You own stock worth an estimated $1 million in the LPL corporation.In addition, you have personal assets worth another $2 million.LPL becomes insolvent, with debts exceeding assets by $15 million.Your personal wealth will decline by

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As a stockholder, your maximum loss is limited to the value of your stock in the company, which is $1 million. Your personal assets are separate from the assets of the company and cannot be used to cover its debts. Therefore, your personal wealth will decline by $1 million if LPL becomes insolvent.

You Own Stock Worth an Estimated $1 Million in the LPL