Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. In a limited partnership, all partners' liabilities are limited to their investment in the partnership.
2. Firms are legally required to pay dividends to stockholders just as they must make interest payments to lenders.
3. Dividends are periodic distributions of cash to the stockholders of a firm.
4. In partnerships, owners have unlimited liability and may have to cover debts of other less financially sound partners.
5. The board of directors is responsible for managing day-to-day operations and carrying out the policies established by the chief executive officer.


1. TRUE
2. FALSE
3. TRUE
4. TRUE
5. FALSE

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