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Types of business organisation

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Definition Flip

Define a 'sole trader' business organisation.

Answer Flip

A business owned and controlled by one person. The owner receives all profits but is personally liable for all business debts.

Example: A freelance photographer.
Key Concept Flip

Explain the main difference between 'limited liability' and 'unlimited liability'.

Answer Flip

Limited liability means the owners' personal assets are protected from business debts, while unlimited liability means the owners are personally responsible for all business debts.

Example: A sole trader has unlimited liability.
Key Concept Flip

What are the advantages of a 'partnership' compared to a sole trader?

Answer Flip

Partnerships benefit from more capital investment from partners, shared workload, and increased expertise, which leads to more potential growth and reduced risk for each individual.

Definition Flip

Outline two key features of a 'private limited company'.

Answer Flip

A private limited company has limited liability, and its shares are not offered to the general public. This provides greater protection for personal assets and more control over ownership.

Example: A family-owned restaurant operating as Ltd.
Definition Flip

Explain the role of 'shareholders' in a public limited company.

Answer Flip

Shareholders own a portion of the company and are entitled to a share of the profits (dividends) but also bear the risk of investment. They elect directors to manage the company on their behalf.

Example: Investing in Apple (AAPL) makes you a shareholder.
Definition Flip

What are 'dividends' and how are they related to company profits?

Answer Flip

Dividends are payments made to shareholders from a company's profits. The amount of dividends depends on the company's profitability and dividend policy.

Example: A company might pay $0.50 dividend per share.
Definition Flip

What is a 'franchise' and provide a business example?

Answer Flip

A franchise is a business where one party (franchisor) grants another party (franchisee) the right to use its brand, business system, and products.

Example: McDonald's is a well-known franchise.
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Explain what is meant by a 'joint venture'.

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A joint venture is a business arrangement where two or more parties agree to pool their resources for a specific project. It is used to share costs, risks and combine expertise.

Example: Sony Ericsson was a joint venture.
Definition Flip

What is the purpose of the 'articles of association'?

Answer Flip

The articles of association are a document that outlines the internal rules and regulations of a company. It details how the company is run, its governance structure, and shareholder rights.

Key Concept Flip

Distinguish between the 'memorandum of association' and the 'articles of association'.

Answer Flip

The memorandum of association states the company's external relationship, registered office, its objectives and scope of activities. Articles of association govern the internal workings and management of a company.

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Key Questions: Types of business organisation

Define a 'sole trader' business organisation.

A business owned and controlled by one person. The owner receives all profits but is personally liable for all business debts.

Example: A freelance photographer.
Outline two key features of a 'private limited company'.

A private limited company has limited liability, and its shares are not offered to the general public. This provides greater protection for personal assets and more control over ownership.

Example: A family-owned restaurant operating as Ltd.
Explain the role of 'shareholders' in a public limited company.

Shareholders own a portion of the company and are entitled to a share of the profits (dividends) but also bear the risk of investment. They elect directors to manage the company on their behalf.

Example: Investing in Apple (AAPL) makes you a shareholder.
What are 'dividends' and how are they related to company profits?

Dividends are payments made to shareholders from a company's profits. The amount of dividends depends on the company's profitability and dividend policy.

Example: A company might pay $0.50 dividend per share.
What is a 'franchise' and provide a business example?

A franchise is a business where one party (franchisor) grants another party (franchisee) the right to use its brand, business system, and products.

Example: McDonald's is a well-known franchise.

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