Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

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What is the primary goal of Chapter 11 bankruptcy?

  1. To liquidate the debtor's assets and distribute the proceeds to creditors

  2. To reorganize the debtor's debts and allow the business to continue operating

  3. To protect the debtor from creditors while a reorganization plan is developed

  4. To discharge the debtor's debts and allow them to start over


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Chapter 11 bankruptcy is a reorganization bankruptcy that allows a business to continue operating while it develops a plan to repay its creditors.

Who can file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy?

  1. Individuals

  2. Businesses

  3. Non-profit organizations

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Individuals, businesses, and non-profit organizations can all file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

What is the process for filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy?

  1. The debtor files a petition with the bankruptcy court

  2. The debtor submits a reorganization plan to the bankruptcy court

  3. The debtor's creditors vote on the reorganization plan

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The process for filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy involves the debtor filing a petition with the bankruptcy court, submitting a reorganization plan to the bankruptcy court, and having the debtor's creditors vote on the reorganization plan.

What is a reorganization plan?

  1. A plan that outlines how the debtor will repay its creditors

  2. A plan that outlines how the debtor will continue operating its business

  3. A plan that outlines how the debtor will distribute its assets to its creditors

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A reorganization plan is a plan that outlines how the debtor will repay its creditors, continue operating its business, and distribute its assets to its creditors.

What happens if the debtor's creditors approve the reorganization plan?

  1. The debtor is discharged from its debts

  2. The debtor is allowed to continue operating its business

  3. The debtor's assets are liquidated and distributed to its creditors

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

If the debtor's creditors approve the reorganization plan, the debtor is allowed to continue operating its business.

What happens if the debtor's creditors reject the reorganization plan?

  1. The debtor is discharged from its debts

  2. The debtor is allowed to continue operating its business

  3. The debtor's assets are liquidated and distributed to its creditors

  4. The debtor is forced to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

If the debtor's creditors reject the reorganization plan, the debtor's assets are liquidated and distributed to its creditors.

What is the difference between Chapter 11 bankruptcy and Chapter 7 bankruptcy?

  1. Chapter 11 bankruptcy allows the debtor to continue operating its business, while Chapter 7 bankruptcy liquidates the debtor's assets

  2. Chapter 11 bankruptcy is for businesses, while Chapter 7 bankruptcy is for individuals

  3. Chapter 11 bankruptcy is more expensive than Chapter 7 bankruptcy

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chapter 11 bankruptcy allows the debtor to continue operating its business, while Chapter 7 bankruptcy liquidates the debtor's assets. Chapter 11 bankruptcy is for businesses, while Chapter 7 bankruptcy is for individuals. Chapter 11 bankruptcy is more expensive than Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

What are some of the advantages of Chapter 11 bankruptcy?

  1. It allows the debtor to continue operating its business

  2. It gives the debtor time to develop a reorganization plan

  3. It protects the debtor from creditors

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chapter 11 bankruptcy allows the debtor to continue operating its business, gives the debtor time to develop a reorganization plan, and protects the debtor from creditors.

What are some of the disadvantages of Chapter 11 bankruptcy?

  1. It is expensive

  2. It can be time-consuming

  3. It can damage the debtor's reputation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chapter 11 bankruptcy is expensive, can be time-consuming, and can damage the debtor's reputation.

What is the role of the bankruptcy court in Chapter 11 bankruptcy?

  1. To approve or reject the debtor's reorganization plan

  2. To supervise the debtor's reorganization process

  3. To protect the debtor from creditors

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The bankruptcy court approves or rejects the debtor's reorganization plan, supervises the debtor's reorganization process, and protects the debtor from creditors.

What is the role of the creditors' committee in Chapter 11 bankruptcy?

  1. To represent the interests of the creditors

  2. To negotiate with the debtor on behalf of the creditors

  3. To vote on the debtor's reorganization plan

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The creditors' committee represents the interests of the creditors, negotiates with the debtor on behalf of the creditors, and votes on the debtor's reorganization plan.

What is the role of the trustee in Chapter 11 bankruptcy?

  1. To oversee the debtor's financial affairs

  2. To distribute the debtor's assets to creditors

  3. To collect and sell the debtor's assets

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The trustee oversees the debtor's financial affairs, distributes the debtor's assets to creditors, and collects and sells the debtor's assets.

What is the effect of Chapter 11 bankruptcy on the debtor's contracts?

  1. They are automatically terminated

  2. They are automatically assumed

  3. They are automatically rejected

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chapter 11 bankruptcy does not automatically terminate, assume, or reject the debtor's contracts. The debtor must decide whether to assume or reject each contract.

What is the effect of Chapter 11 bankruptcy on the debtor's employees?

  1. They are automatically terminated

  2. They are automatically laid off

  3. They are automatically given a pay raise

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chapter 11 bankruptcy does not automatically terminate, lay off, or give a pay raise to the debtor's employees. The debtor must decide what to do with its employees.

What is the effect of Chapter 11 bankruptcy on the debtor's property?

  1. It is automatically seized by the bankruptcy court

  2. It is automatically sold by the trustee

  3. It is automatically distributed to the creditors

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chapter 11 bankruptcy does not automatically seize, sell, or distribute the debtor's property. The debtor must decide what to do with its property.

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