Which Statement Concerning Cells Is NOT Correct

question 98

Multiple Choice

Which statement concerning cells is NOT correct?

• A) Cells serve as the living building blocks of the body.
• B) The average human cell is about 100 times smaller than the smallest particle visible by the unaided eye.
• C) Inanimate chemical molecules are organized within each cell into a living entity.
• D) Cells are generally colourless and transparent so they must be stained for visualization under a microscope.

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Definitions:

Retained Earnings

The portion of a company's profit that is held back and not distributed to shareholders as dividends, to be reinvested in the business or used to pay off debt.

Contractual Loan Restrictions

Clauses in a loan agreement that limit the borrower's actions in certain ways to reduce the lender's risk.

Preferred Dividends

Payments made to preferred shareholders before any dividends are distributed to common shareholders, often at a fixed rate and with priority over common dividends.

Retained Earnings

The portion of a company's profits not distributed as dividends to shareholders, but rather reinvested in the business or held as reserves.