Apportion refers to the allocation of property taxes paid by a company, such as a utility or railroad, within a state based on various factors like the value and location of the property.
Apportionment involves the division and allocation of expenses, property, or assets. It is commonly used in real estate transactions to prorate property expenses between buyers and sellers, distribute inherited properties, or allocate unit values for taxation purposes.
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