A Reverse Stock Split Is Defined As

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Multiple Choice

A reverse stock split is defined as:

• A)an increase in the number of shares outstanding that does not affect owners' equity.
• B)a firm buying back existing shares of its stock on the open market.
• C)a firm selling new shares of stock on the open market.
• D)a decrease in the number of shares outstanding that does not affect owners' equity.
• E)a decrease in both the number of shares outstanding and the price per share.

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