Which Three Items Affect Retained Earnings, and How Do They

question 168

Essay

Which three items affect retained earnings, and how do they affect it?

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Definitions:

Federal Arbitration Act

A United States federal law that provides for the enforcement of arbitration agreements and governs the proceedings of arbitration in commercial disputes.

Arbitration Act of 1980

Legislation that governs the process of arbitration, a form of alternative dispute resolution, in specific jurisdictions, facilitating and regulating the settling of disputes outside the court system.

Interstate Commerce

Refers to any trade, traffic, or transportation within the U.S. that crosses state boundaries or affects more than one state.

Arbitration Clause

A clause in a contract providing that, in case of a dispute, the parties will determine their rights through arbitration rather than through the judicial system.