Which of the Following Is True About Retained Earnings

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about retained earnings?

• A)Declaring a stock split will decrease retained earnings.
• B)Appropriating retained earnings will increase total stockholders' equity.
• C)Distributing stock dividends will decrease retained earnings.
• D)Declaring cash dividends will decrease retained earnings.

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