Which of the Following Is Not a Prerequisite to Paying

question 162

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a prerequisite to paying a cash dividend?

• A) formal action by the board of directors
• B) market value in excess of par value per share
• C) sufficient cash
• D) sufficient retained earnings

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Definitions:

Payment

The transfer of money, goods, or services from one party to another in exchange for something of value, often fulfilling a contractual obligation or debt.

Interest Rates

The expense associated with acquiring a loan, usually represented as a proportion of the sum lent.

Better Off

A condition in which an individual or group's situation improves in terms of economic welfare, happiness, or other measures of well-being.

Present Value

The current value of a future sum of money or stream of cash flows, given a specified rate of return.