Which of the Following Is an Example of a Mnemonic

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a mnemonic device?

• A) dividing your telephone number into groups of numbers to remember it easier
• B) drinking coffee when you study for your math exam, then drinking coffee at your exam to reproduce the mental state you had when you studied
• C) using a biofeedback machine to track your alpha waves during an exam
• D) using the acronym "HOMES" to remember the names of the five Great Lakes

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Definitions:

Outstanding Stock

Capital stock that has been issued and is being held by stockholders.

Weighted-Average Number

A calculation that takes into account the varying degrees of importance of the numbers in a data set, used to find a kind of average that considers weight.

Preferred Stock

A type of stock that grants holders priority for dividend payments and, in some cases, priority in asset liquidation over common stockholders.

Stockholders' Equity

The portion of the balance sheet that represents the capital received from investors in exchange for stock (paid-in capital), donated capital and retained earnings.