In Determining Earnings Per Share Dividends for the Current Year

question 166

Multiple Choice

In determining earnings per share dividends for the current year on noncumulative preferred stock should be

• A) disregarded.
• B) added back to net income whether declared or not.
• C) deducted from net income only if declared.
• D) deducted from net income whether declared or not.

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Definitions:

Revenue Recognition

The accounting principle that outlines the specific conditions under which revenue is recognized and recorded in financial statements.

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

A broad set of accounting standards, principles, and procedures that entities follow to compile their financial statements, ensuring consistency and comparability.

Substantially Completes Performance

This term refers to a situation in which a party has completed a major portion of its obligations under a contract, meeting a threshold that often allows for recognition of revenue or fulfillment obligations.

Earned

Describes income that has been generated from work, investment, or business operations and has thus contributed to net income.