Which of the Following Is an Effect of Payment of Cash

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an effect of payment of cash dividends on a company's financial statements?

• A) A decrease in cash and stockholders' equity
• B) A decrease in cash and liability
• C) An increase in stockholders' equity and liability
• D) A decrease in cash and an increase in liability

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