Which of the Following Statements Regarding Retained Earnings Is Not

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding retained earnings is not true?

• A) It is part of stockholders' equity.
• B) It represents spendable funds for a company.
• C) It designates that part of previous earnings not paid out as dividends.
• D) It is irrelevant in security valuation.

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Definitions:

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