What Is the Effect of a Stock Dividend on Stockholders

question 116

Multiple Choice

What is the effect of a stock dividend on stockholders' equity?

• A)Stockholders' equity is decreased.
• B)Retained earnings is increased.
• C)Additional paid-in capital is decreased.
• D)Total stockholders' equity stays the same.

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