When Computing Basic EPS, the Numerator Includes Net Income Minus

question 83

Multiple Choice

When computing basic EPS, the numerator includes net income minus the ________.

• A) present value of stock options
• B) current year preferred dividends paid and current year preferred dividends in arrears
• C) cost of interest paid on bonds, net of tax
• D) cash paid for dividends during the year

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