In 1990, ABC Corp., a closely held corporation, was formed by Adams, Frank, and Berg as incorporators and stockholders. Adams, Frank, and Berg executed a written voting agreement which provided that they would vote for each other as directors and officers. In 1994, stock in the corporation was offered to the public. This resulted in an additional 300 stockholders. After the offering, Adams holds 25%, Frank holds 15%, and Berg holds 15% of all issued and outstanding stock. Adams, Frank, and Berg have been directors and officers of the corporation since the corporation was formed. Regular meetings of the board of directors and annual stockholders meetings have been held.
For this question refer to the formation of ABC Corp. and the rights and duties of its stockholders, directors, and officers.
- Adams, Frank, and Berg must be elected as directors because they own 55% of the issued and outstanding stock.
- Adams, Frank, and Berg must always be elected as officers because they own 55% of the issued and outstanding stock.
- Adams, Frank, and Berg must always vote for each other as directors because they have a voting agreement.
Answer(s): C
Explanation:
Choice "c" is correct. Shareholders in a voting agreement must vote their shares in accordance with the agreement. There is no requirement that majority shareholders be elected as directors or officers. Business Cycles and Reasons for Business Fluctuations
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