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Which form of organization offers limited liability to its owners but is not a separate legal entity?  A. Limited partnership  B. Sole proprietorship  C. Partnership  D. Public limited company (PLC)

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Which form of organization offers limited liability to its owners but is not a separate legal entity?  A. Limited partnership  B. Sole proprietorship  C. Partnership  D. Public limited company (PLC)

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The form of organization that offers limited liability to its owners but is not a separate legal entity is A. Limited partnership.

Here's why:

A. Limited Partnership: In a limited partnership, one or more general partners have unlimited liability, while the limited partners have liability only up to the amount of their investment. It is not a separate legal entity as the partners are personally liable for the business debts.

B. Sole Proprietorship: This is a business owned by one person who has unlimited liability. It is not a separate legal entity.

C. Partnership: In a general partnership, all partners share equal rights and responsibilities in managing the business and each has unlimited liability for the debts of the business. It is not a separate legal entity.

D. Public Limited Company (PLC): This is a separate legal entity from its owners (shareholders) and they have limited liability. It is a separate legal entity because it has rights and responsibilities separate from the individuals who created it.

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