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Answer in one sentence only.
Who is called a Minor Partner?
Solution
A person who is under the age of 18 is regarded as a minor. Generally, a minor cannot be appointed as a partner. But with the consent of all the partners, a minor may be admitted for sharing profits of the firm. Such a partner, if admitted, is called a minor partner.
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