Target Exam

CUET

Subject

-- Accountancy Part A

Chapter

Accounting for Partnership

Question:

Which of the following is not a general feature of partnership-

Options:

In order to form partnership, there should be at least two persons coming together for a common goal.

Partnership is the result of an agreement between two or more persons to do business and share its profits and losses.

The agreement should be to carry on some business.

Liability of Partners are limited to the extent of capital contribution.

Correct Answer:

Liability of Partners are limited to the extent of capital contribution.

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → Liability of Partners are limited to the extent of capital contribution.

  • “In order to form partnership, there should be at least two persons coming together for a common goal.” True — Minimum two persons are required to form a partnership.

  • “Partnership is the result of an agreement between two or more persons to do business and share its profits and losses.” True — Partnership arises from an agreement, not by status or law.

  • “The agreement should be to carry on some business.” True — A partnership must exist for a lawful business activity.

  • “Liability of partners are limited to the extent of capital contribution.” Not true — In a partnership firm, the liability of partners is unlimited. Partners are jointly and severally liable for the debts and obligations of the firm.