When Stock Dividends Are Distributed

question 171

Multiple Choice

When stock dividends are distributed,

• A) Common Stock Dividends Distributable is decreased.
• B) retained earnings is decreased.
• C) Paid-in Capital in Excess of Par Value is debited if it is a small stock dividend.
• D) no entry is necessary if it is a large stock dividend.

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