What Is the Term That Means a Broad Explanation and Prediction

question 47

Multiple Choice

What is the term that means a broad explanation and prediction about phenomena of interest?

• A)scientific method
• B)theory
• C)hypothesis
• D)research

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Definitions:

Dividend

A portion of a company's earnings distributed to its shareholders.

Cumulative Preferred Stock

A type of preferred stock where dividends accumulate if not paid, and must be paid out before dividends to common stockholders.

Common Stock

Equity security representing ownership in a corporation, with rights to vote on corporate matters and receive dividends.

Dividend

A portion of a company's earnings distributed to its shareholders, typically on a regular basis.