WAEC Economics 2023 Question 23

Question 23

Business Organisations

A joint stock company enjoys perpetual existence because

  1. A.it is formed by a minimum of seven members.
  2. B.it is a corporate entity.
  3. C.its shares are easily transferable.
  4. D.there is a higher degree of specialization.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (it is a corporate entity.)

Explanation

As a separate legal person, the company continues whatever happens to its members.