Advanced Accounting
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ISBN: 9781260247824
Author: Joe Ben Hoyle, Thomas F. Schaefer, Timothy S. Doupnik
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Chapter 13, Problem 9P
Which of the following is the minimum limitation necessary for filing an involuntary bankruptcy petition in connection with a company that has 57 unsecured creditors?
- a. The signature of 12 creditors to whom the debtor owes at least $ 14,775 in unsecured debt.
- b. The signature of six creditors to whom the debtor owes at least $18,250 in unsecured debt.
- c. The signature of three creditors to whom the debtor owes at least $15,775 in unsecured debt.
- d. The signature of nine creditors to whom the debtor owes at least $23,225 in unsecured debt.
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