Which of the Following Will Lead to an Increase in Earnings

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following will lead to an increase in earnings per share?

• A) an increase in the P/E ratio
• B) an increase in the dividend payout ratio
• C) an increase in return on equity if book value per share stays the same
• D) a decrease in the number of shares if return on equity stays the same

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