Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Date of a Cash

question 112

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the date of a cash dividend declaration is not accurate?

• A) The dividend can be rescinded once it has been declared.
• B) The corporation is committed to a legal binding obligation.
• C) The board of directors formally authorizes the cash dividend.
• D) A liability account must be increased.

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Definitions:

Coercion

The act of compelling someone to act in a certain way by use of force or threats, often rendering any resulting agreement voidable.

Scienter

The knowledge or intent to deceive, manipulate, or defraud, used as a criterion to establish liability in fraud and securities litigation.

Annulled

A legal declaration that invalidates a marriage, contract, or another legal agreement, making it as though it never existed.

Intimidation

Intimidation is the act of making others fear that they will suffer harm or adverse consequences, often used to influence behavior or decisions against their will.