A few years back, your three U.S. born friends that live in the State of Wyoming inherited a dude ranch that they plan to turn into a retirement haven for race horses. Peaceful Pastures wants to open its doors by spring of 2018. After attending several small business seminars, the three friends are certain they need limited liability. The high-risk, labor-intensive business will require a sizeable investment including an air-conditioned barn, several fenced-in pastures and loads of animal feed. You recently heard that one form of business ownership requires owners to pay self-employment taxes on the entire amount of earnings. You are fairly certain this is one tax liability your friends would like to avoid. You recommend:
A) sole proprietorship
B) general partnership
C) limited liability company
D) S corporation

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The Answer of A few years back, your three U.S. born friends that live in the State of Wyoming inherited a dude ranch that they plan to turn into a retirement haven for race horses. Peaceful Pastures wants to open its doors by spring of 2018. After attending several small business seminars, the three friends are certain they need limited liability. The high-risk, labor-intensive business will require a sizeable investment including an air-conditioned barn, several fenced-in pastures and loads of animal feed. You recently heard that one form of business ownership requires owners to pay self-employment taxes on the entire amount of earnings. You are fairly certain this is one tax liability your friends would like to avoid. You recommend:
A) sole proprietorship
B) general partnership
C) limited liability company
D) S corporation

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