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Hbc2201:Company Law Question Paper

Hbc2201:Company Law 

Course:Bachelor Of Commerce

Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers

Exam Year:2012



QUESTION ONE (30 MARKS)
a) A company is an artificial person created by law with a perpetual succession and a (10 Marks) b) Elaborate the doctrine of lifting the corporate vice. (10 Marks) c) Discuss the functions of promoters. (5 Marks) d) Distinguish the company from partnership. (5 Marks)
QUESTION TWO (20 MARKS)
a) Describe the characteristics of a company. (5 Marks) b) Explain the following concepts as used in company law. i. Separate legal entity. (5 Marks) ii. Perpetual succession. (5 Marks) iii. Promotion of companies. (5 Marks)
QUESTION THREE (20 MARKS)
a) Briefly discuss the differences between underwriters and brokers. (10 Marks) b) Explain the conditions under which shares may be converted into stock or vice-vesa. (10 Marks)
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QUESTION FOUR (20 MARKS)
a) Explain the doctrine of ultra vires. (10 Marks) b) Distinguish between the memorandum and articles of association. (10 Marks)
QUESTION FIVE (20 MARKS)
a) Explain five exceptions when dividends can be paid out of the money raised by issue of shares or debentures. (10 Marks) b) Discuss the disadvantages of incorporation. (10 Marks)






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