Which of the Following Must Be Deducted from Net Income

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following must be deducted from net income to calculate the return on common shareholders' equity?

• A)Dividends paid to common shareholders
• B)Dividends paid to preferred shareholders
• C)Interest expense
• D)Income tax expense

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