Which of the Following Would Most Likely Increase Retained Earnings

question 85

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would most likely increase retained earnings?

• A)An increase in expenses.
• B)An increase in revenues.
• C)Declaring a cash dividend.
• D)Issuing additional common stock.

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Definitions:

Outstanding Voting

Refers to the shares of a corporation that are issued and held by shareholders, including those with voting rights.

Consolidated Revenues

The total revenues recognized from all sources, including subsidiaries, by a parent company during a reporting period, after the elimination of any inter-company transactions.

Inventory Purchase Price

The amount paid to acquire inventory before any discounts or allowances.

Outstanding Voting

Refers to shares of a corporation that are currently owned by investors and have voting rights at shareholder meetings.