A public limited company differs from a private limited company mainly because a public limited company may:

Correct answer: B. Invite the public to subscribe for its shares

  • A. Have no separate legal identity
  • B. Invite the public to subscribe for its shares
  • C. Give every shareholder unlimited liability
  • D. Operate without any governing documents

Explanation

A public limited company can generally invite the public to subscribe for its shares, subject to legal requirements. A private limited company restricts the transfer or public offering of its shares under the applicable company law.

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