A Study by Rarick and Vitton Found That Firms with a Formalized

question 72

Multiple Choice

A study by Rarick and Vitton found that firms with a formalized mission statement have ________ the average return on shareholders' equity than those firms without a formalized mission statement.

• A) one-quarter
• B) half
• C) twice
• D) three times
• E) five times

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Definitions:

Average Tax Rate

The percentage of total income that is paid in taxes, calculated by dividing the total amount of taxes paid by total income.

Capital Gains

The profit realized from the sale of assets or investments that have increased in value over their purchase price.

Non-Eligible Dividends

Dividends that do not qualify for the enhanced dividend tax credit in certain jurisdictions, often associated with smaller businesses.

Average Tax Rate

The proportion of total income that an individual or corporation pays in taxes, calculated by dividing the total tax by the taxable income.