When a corporation is incorporated, the secretary of state usually issues a[n] _______________, a document certifying that the corporation is incorporated in the state and is authorized to conduct business.

When a corporation is incorporated, the secretary of state usually issues a[n] _______________, a document certifying that the corporation is incorporated in the state and is authorized to conduct business.
Select one:
a. Approval of incorporation
b. Authorization of incorporation
c. Certificate of incorporation
d. Certification of incorporation

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Answer

• c. Certificate of incorporation
  Explanation:
  When a new corporation is formed, the owners are issued with certificate of incorporation that can either be electronic or printed form. Its main role is to notify that the business is formed and followed legal requirements. It is a way of showing that a corporation has been registered. The certificate has the following details. Name of the company, registration number, date of incorporation, where the registered office is located, and the type of company.