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Which of the following statement is incorrect? (a) Each partner is liable to an unlimited extent for the firm’s obligations towards outsiders.

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Question

Which of the following statement is incorrect?

Options

  • Each partner is liable to an unlimited extent for the firm’s obligations towards outsiders.

  • A partnership can be formed only for the purpose of carrying on a business.

  • Each partner is liable for acts performed by other partners on behalf of the firm.

  • An association of persons who jointly own a house without carrying on a business can be considered as partnership.

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Solution

An association of persons who jointly own a house without carrying on a business can be considered as partnership.

Explanation:

  • Partnership involves an agreement between two or more persons to carry on some lawful business and share its profits. Ownership alone without business activity does not constitute a partnership.
  • Each partner is liable to an unlimited extent for the firm’s obligations towards outsiders.
  • Partnerships can only be formed for carrying on a lawful business.
  • Each partner is liable for acts performed by other partners on behalf of the firm.
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Chapter 3: Ownership Structures - Partnership - EXERCISES [Page 39]

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C. B. Gupta Commercial Applications [English] Class 9 ICSE
Chapter 3 Ownership Structures - Partnership
EXERCISES | Q I. 4. | Page 39
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