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What does it mean?
Corporations are described as structures that let individuals gain profit without risk.
In plain terms
Companies let people make money without taking personal risk.
What can you take from it?
Corporate structures can separate profit from liability.

Where it applies

  • discussing corporate responsibility
  • analyzing business models

Putting it to work

  • seek accountability
  • question corporate claims

Questions to consider

  • Who should be accountable for business decisions?
  • How does structure affect responsibility?

Another view

It ignores benefits like risk pooling and innovation.

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