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The following information is available on four different companies. All companies operate in the same industry, are of similar size, and use similar processes and equipment. The following information is available on four different companies. All companies operate in the same industry, are of similar size, and use similar processes and equipment.   Based on this limited information, which company likely has the highest quality of earnings at the end of the three year period? A)  Company 1 B)  Company 2 C)  Company 3 D)  Company 4 Based on this limited information, which company likely has the highest quality of earnings at the end of the three year period?


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Retained Earnings

Retained earnings are the portion of a company's profits that is kept or retained within the business for reinvestment or to pay debt, rather than being distributed to shareholders as dividends.

Liability

A company's legal financial debts or obligations that arise during the course of business operations.

Dividends

Regular payments made by a corporation to its shareholders out of its profits or reserves.

Shareholders

Persons or organizations that possess stock in a corporation, thus holding a stake in the business.

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