Which of the Following Statements Is Not True of Common

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is not true of common stock?

• A) It is ordinary stock that has no preferences.
• B) It entitles the holder to share in corporate profits in the form of dividends.
• C) It entitles the holder to participate in the distribution of capital upon dissolution.
• D) It is ordinarily nonvoting.

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