Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Role of Current

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the role of current and accumulated E&P in determining if a distribution is a dividend?

• A) A distribution will only be a dividend if total E&P (current plus accumulated) is positive at the time of the distribution.
• B) A distribution can never be a dividend if current E&P is negative.
• C) At a minimum, some portion of the distribution will be a dividend if current E&P for the year is positive, even if accumulated E&P is negative.
• D) A distribution will never be a dividend if current E&P for the year is negative, even if accumulated E&P is positive.

Apply the degree of operating leverage to estimate the impact of sales changes on net operating income.

Understand and apply the concept of break-even analysis in various business scenarios.

Calculate the break-even point in both units and total sales dollars.

Analyze the impact of sales mix changes on the break-even point.

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