Fanny and John each own and manage their own companies. Fanny's business is manufacturing freight boxes of all types, and John's business is selling freight boxes to different industries. They decide to combine their expertise and knowledge to produce and sell freight boxes specifically designed for the new airline company that just formed in their city. Which of the following best describes the business formed by the parties?
- A general partnership.
- A limited liability partnership.
- A sole proprietorship.
- A joint venture.
Answer(s): D
Explanation:
Choice "d" is correct. A joint venture is formed for a single business undertaking such as building and designing freight containers to be sold specifically to one company. Each company coming together in this joint venture has its own business outside of this one endeavor.
Choice "a" is incorrect. A general partnership is more broad in its business purpose than a joint venture is. Choice "b" is incorrect. A limited liability partnership is primarily designed for professionals who want to work as partners but with limited personal liability.
Choice "c" is incorrect. Sole proprietorships have only one person in the business.