Evaluate
- $\left( \frac { 4 } { 5 } \right) ^ { 1 }$

question 43

Multiple Choice

Evaluate.
- $\left( \frac { 4 } { 5 } \right) ^ { 1 }$

• A) \(\frac { 4 } { 5 }\)
• B) 1
• C) \(- \frac { 4 } { 5 }\)
• D) \(\frac { 5 } { 4 }\)

Recognize the potential dilutive effects of convertible securities and stock options on diluted EPS.

Understand how stock dividends and splits impact retained earnings and total stockholders' equity.

Distinguish the impact on EPS for conveying information on continuing operations, discontinued operations, extraordinary items, and changes in accounting principles.

Understand the conceptual and practical implications of stock and cash dividends on financial statements.

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