Business Ownership Types Business Studies JSS 1 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 7
Subject: Business Studies
Class: JSS 1
Term: Second Term
Week: 7
Topic: Introduction to Business Ownership
Sub-topic: Types of Business Ownership
Duration: 45 minutes
Entry Behaviour: Students are expected to have a basic understanding of businesses and their functions.
Key Words: Business Ownership, Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, Corporation, Limited Liability, Unlimited Liability.
Behavioural Objectives:
- By the end of the lesson, students should be able to define business ownership.
- Students should identify and explain the characteristics of sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation.
- Students should understand the concept of limited liability.
Embedded Core Skills: Critical thinking, Communication, Decision-making.
Learning Materials:
- Business Studies Textbook Book 1 by Bolujo et al.
- Whiteboard and markers.
- Visual aids (charts, diagrams).
- Examples of businesses of each type.
Reference Books: Lagos State Scheme of Work, Business Studies Textbook Book 1 by Bolujo et al.
Content:
- Definition of business ownership.
- Characteristics of sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation.
- Explanation of limited and unlimited liability.
- (i) PHCN – Power Holding Company of Nigeria
- (ii) LTD – Limited
- (iii) NPA – Nigerian Ports Authority
- (iv) PLC – Public Limited Company
Rewards for Factors of Production JSS 1 Business Studies
a. Sole Proprietorship: Sole proprietorship refers to a business structure owned and operated by a single individual. In this type of business, the owner is solely responsible for all aspects of the business, including its operations, finances, and decision-making.
b. Advantages of Sole Proprietorship:
- Ease of Formation: Setting up a sole proprietorship is simple and involves minimal legal formalities.
- Direct Control: The owner has complete control over the business operations and decision-making processes.
- Flexibility: Sole proprietors have the flexibility to make quick decisions and adapt to changing market conditions without the need for approval from others.
- Retention of Profits: All profits generated by the business belong to the owner, providing full control over income distribution and reinvestment.
Class Activity Discussion :
- What is PHCN and what does it do?
- Answer: PHCN stands for Power Holding Company of Nigeria. It is responsible for the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity in Nigeria.
- What does LTD mean in a company’s name?
- Answer: LTD stands for Limited. It indicates that the company is a private limited liability company, where the liability of its members is limited to their shares in the company.
- What is the role of NPA in Nigeria?
- Answer: NPA refers to the Nigerian Ports Authority, which oversees the management and operation of ports in Nigeria, facilitating maritime trade and transportation.
- What distinguishes a PLC from other types of companies?
- Answer: PLC stands for Public Limited Company. It is a type of company where shares are traded publicly on the stock exchange, allowing for more extensive ownership and investment opportunities.
- Who owns a sole proprietorship?
- Answer: A sole proprietorship is owned and operated by a single individual, known as the proprietor.
- What are the legal requirements for starting a sole proprietorship?
- Answer: There are minimal legal formalities required to start a sole proprietorship, such as obtaining necessary licenses and permits depending on the nature of the business.
- Can a sole proprietor hire employees?
- Answer: Yes, a sole proprietorship can hire employees to assist with business operations.
- Is a sole proprietor personally liable for business debts?
- Answer: Yes, in a sole proprietorship, the owner is personally liable for all business debts and obligations.
- What happens to a sole proprietorship if the owner passes away?
- Answer: In the event of the owner’s death, the sole proprietorship may be dissolved, unless arrangements have been made for its continuation, such as passing it on to a designated successor.
- Can a sole proprietorship be converted into another type of business structure?
- Answer: Yes, a sole proprietorship can be converted into a partnership, corporation, or other business entity if desired, depending on the owner’s goals and circumstances.
Evaluation :
- PHCN stands for ____.
- a) Power Holding Company of Nigeria
- b) Public Housing Corporation of Nigeria
- c) Petroleum Holding Company of Nigeria
- d) Public Health Care Network of Nigeria
- Answer: a) Power Holding Company of Nigeria
- LTD in a company’s name stands for ____.
- a) Limited
- b) Legal
- c) Logistics
- d) Loyalty
- Answer: a) Limited
- NPA is responsible for the management of ____.
- a) Ports
- b) Roads
- c) Airports
- d) Railways
- Answer: a) Ports
- PLC allows shares to be traded ____.
- a) Publicly
- b) Privately
- c) Regionally
- d) Internationally
- Answer: a) Publicly
- Sole proprietorship is owned and operated by ____.
- a) Single individual
- b) Group of individuals
- c) Government
- d) Foreign investors
- Answer: a) Single individual
- Legal requirements for starting a sole proprietorship include obtaining necessary ____.
- a) Licenses and permits
- b) Land and buildings
- c) Vehicles and equipment
- d) Employees
- Answer: a) Licenses and permits
- In a sole proprietorship, the owner is personally liable for all ____.
- a) Business debts
- b) Business profits
- c) Business assets
- d) Business expenses
- Answer: a) Business debts
- Can a sole proprietorship hire ____.
- a) Employees
- b) Customers
- c) Suppliers
- d) Competitors
- Answer: a) Employees
- What happens to a sole proprietorship if the owner passes away?
- a) It may be dissolved
- b) It continues as before
- c) It merges with another company
- d) It becomes a partnership
- Answer: a) It may be dissolved
- PLC stands for ____.
- a) Public Limited Company
- b) Private Limited Company
- c) Personal Limited Company
- d) Professional Limited Company
- Answer: a) Public Limited Company
- PHCN is responsible for the generation, transmission, and ____.
- a) Distribution of electricity
- b) Distribution of water
- c) Distribution of gas
- d) Distribution of oil
- Answer: a) Distribution of electricity
- NPA oversees the management and operation of ____.
- a) Ports
- b) Airports
- c) Railways
- d) Highways
- Answer: a) Ports
- In a PLC, shares are traded ____.
- a) Publicly
- b) Privately
- c) Locally
- d) Globally
- Answer: a) Publicly
- LTD indicates that the liability of its members is limited to their ____.
- a) Shares in the company
- b) Debts in the company
- c) Assets in the company
- d) Profits in the company
- Answer: a) Shares in the company
- Sole proprietorship is known for its ____.
- a) Direct control
- b) Indirect control
- c) Shared control
- d) No control
- Answer: a) Direct control