Which of the Following Is the Best Definition of a Dividend

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best definition of a dividend?

• A) The market's reaction to a change in corporate dividend payout.
• B) Idea that individual investors can undo corporate dividend policy by reinvesting dividends or selling shares of stock.
• C) Date two business days before the date of record, establishing those individuals entitled to a dividend.
• D) Payment made out of a firm's earnings to its owners, either in the form of cash or stock.
• E) Payment made by a firm to its owners from sources other than current or accumulated earnings.

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Definitions:

Relevant Range

The range of the activity index over which the company expects to operate during the year.

Total Costs

The aggregate amount of all expenses incurred in the production of goods or services, including fixed and variable costs.

Linear

A mathematical relationship or function that can be graphically represented by a straight line, characterized by consistent changes.

Flexible Budget

A flexible budget designed to adapt in line with changes in the amount of activity or volume.