Why Are Dividend Changes Rather Than Their Absolute Level Perceived

question 84

Multiple Choice

Why are dividend changes rather than their absolute level perceived to be more important to managers and shareholders?

• A)managers only change dividends under threatening conditions
• B)dividend changes are thought to signal future expectations
• C)MM states that the absolute level of dividends is irrelevant
• D)changes determine whether borrowing must occur

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