Alpha Inc Saw an Increase in Profits in the Previous Year

question 105

Multiple Choice

Alpha Inc. saw an increase in profits in the previous year following which the management decided to reinvest its earnings. These retained earnings will be used to:

• A) meet the company's long-term financial needs.
• B) meet the company's short-term financial needs.
• C) pay the owners a dividend.
• D) increase the liquid assets of the company.

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