Question

B approached L and proposed they form a partnership to exploit a profitable idea of B’s. L declined, citing the risk of unlimited liability. B then proposed that L lend B $50,000 and that B go into the business as a sole proprietor. L would receive half the profits and the right to veto any of B’s decisions. The debt would have a long-term maturity date to facilitate operation of the business during its development stage. If L accepts the above proposition, the likely result is that:________.

Answer 1

Answer:B and L have formed a partnership even if they did not intend to.

Explanation:Partnerships can be formed in several different ways and can offer an attractive alternative to setting up as a company or a sole trader.

A partnership is the relationship of two or more 'partners' carrying out a business with a view to making a profit. You and your partners are responsible for running the business. You share profits between yourselves. You and your partners are personally responsible for paying the bills (apart from LLPs). Partnerships are not a separate legal entity (apart from LLPs).