Here are the definitions matched to the appropriate business structures:
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This business structure is owned by a single person.
- Sole proprietorship
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A business that is established as a legal entity, separate from the owners themselves.
- Corporation
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A con of this business structure is that managers do not earn wages.
- Sole proprietorship
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A pro of this business structure is that managers cannot be sued since the company is its own entity.
- Corporation
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A hybrid form of business structure that combines the benefits of both a corporation and a partnership.
- Limited liability corporation (LLC)
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A con of this business structure is that conflict between owners can often arise.
- Partnership
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This business structure is owned by two or more individuals.
- Partnership
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In this business, one person can keep all the profits.
- Sole proprietorship