Question

Known popularly by its section in the Federal Bankruptcy Code, which of the following types of bankruptcy is the traditional form of bankruptcy wherein the court simply liquidates the assets of the debtor and distributes the proceeds to creditors in proportion to their share of total claims?

Answer 1

Chapter 7 bankruptcy

Step-by-step explanation:

Chapter 7 bankruptcy is the most common type of bankruptcy filing and it can be filed by individuals, partnerships or corporations (anyone can do it). It is also the quickest and simplest form of bankruptcy filing. But if you are an individual, in order to qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy you must earn less than the median state income. Many people choose Chapter 7 bankruptcy since they can get to keep all or almost all of their property.