Which of the Following Statements Is Correct for a Firm

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct for a firm with 100,000 outstanding shares and earnings per share of $6 if retained earnings were just adjusted downward by $50,000?

• A)A $5.50 dividend per share was paid
• B)A $6.50 dividend per share was paid
• C)net earnings equal $650,000
• D)total dividends paid equal $50,000

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