Which of the Following Statements Is Most Correct

question 201

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is most correct?

• A) The par value of a common stock or preferred stock is not important.
• B) A convertible preferred stock gives the corporation the right to retire the preferred stock at its option.
• C) The U.S. security markets are the only public financial markets in which preferred stock can be sold.
• D) Similar to bonds, the fixed preferred stock dividend is a tax-deductible expense.

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Definitions:

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Return on Total Assets

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Equity Method

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