Dividends Come at the Expense of

question 12

Multiple Choice

Dividends come at the expense of

• A) ​interest
• B) ​retained earnings
• C) ​liabilities
• D) ​stock

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Definitions:

Third Party

An individual or entity that is not a direct participant or primary party involved in a transaction or legal matter.

Legal Capacity

The ability of an individual to understand and appreciate the consequences of their actions for the purpose of entering legally binding contracts or making other legal decisions.

Ratifies

To officially approve or confirm an agreement or contract, making it valid and legally binding.

Apparent Authority

A type of authority perceived by a third party that an agent seems to have in relation to the principal, regardless of whether such authority has been actually granted.