Which Statement About Contributed Surplus Is Correct

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which statement about contributed surplus is correct?

• A)Contributed surplus can only arise from the issuance of shares.
• B)Contributed surplus can arise from the issuance of stock options.
• C)Contributed surplus arising from share repurchase gives rise to a debit journal entry.
• D)Contributed surplus arising from share issuance gives rise to a debit journal entry.

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Definitions:

Regular Premium

Payments made on a consistent basis, typically monthly or annually, to maintain an insurance policy or investment product.

Short-rate Refund

A method of calculating the refund amount a policyholder receives if they cancel their insurance policy before it expires, which may include a penalty.

Premium Rate

The rate charged for an insurance policy, reflecting the cost of coverage.

Annual Premium

The annual premium is the total amount paid for an insurance policy in a year, covering the policyholder for a specified term.