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(2) is the IASB's Conceptual Framework description of the purpose of financial
statements, and is therefore true.
1.4 Which of the following are advantages of trading as a limited liability company?
1 Operating as a limited liability company makes raising finance easier because
additional shares can be issued to raise additional cash.
2 Operating as a limited liability company is more risky than operating as a sole trader
because the shareholders of a business are liable for all the debts of the business
whereas the sole trader is only liable for the debts up to the amount he has invested.
A 1 only
B 2 only
C Both1and2
D Neither 1 or 2 - ✔️✔️A (2) is incorrect - shareholders are only liable for the debts of the
business up to the amount they
have invested in shares, whereas sole traders are liable for all of the debts of the
business.
1.5 Which of the following best describes corporate governance?
A Corporate governance is the system of rules and regulations surrounding financial
reporting.
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