Which of the Following Transactions Would Not Result in an Increase

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following transactions would not result in an increase to retained earnings?

• A) Correction of an error in which expenses were overstated in a previous year.
• B) Declaring a 3-for-1 stock split
• C) Redemption of shares for less than the original issue price.
• D) Earning income during the year

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