Generally the Major Difference Between Preferred Shares and Common Shares

question 80

Multiple Choice

Generally the major difference between preferred shares and common shares is:

• A)preferred shares are restricted by the amount of dividends that can be paid out.
• B)common shares have a priority claim over corporate assets.
• C)preferred shares have voting rights.
• D)there are no significant differences between preferred and common shares.

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