The Formula Used to Calculate the Doubling Time of a Population

question 35

Multiple Choice

The formula used to calculate the doubling time of a population is 70 divided by the

• A) current growth rate.
• B) crude birth rate.
• C) crude death rate.
• D) fertility rate.

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Definitions:

Dividends in Arrears

Unpaid dividends on preferred stock that accumulate until paid by the corporation, often before any dividends can be paid on common stock.

Par Value

A nominal or face value assigned to a share of stock, bonds, or other securities as stated in the corporate charter or on the stock certificate.

Dividend Rate

The amount of dividend that a company pays out to its shareholders annually, usually expressed as a percentage of the stock's current market price or as a fixed amount per share.

Authorized Shares

Authorized shares refer to the maximum number of shares a corporation is legally allowed to issue, as specified in its articles of incorporation.