How Should a Problem That Equates Two Ratios Be Solved

question 3

Multiple Choice

How should a problem that equates two ratios be solved?

• A) Addition using the reciprocal of each ratio
• B) Cross-multiplication
• C) Division with a common denominator
• D) Using the commutative property

---

Definitions:

Dividend Paid

Dividend Paid refers to the amount of earnings distributed by a corporation to its shareholders as a reward for their investment.

Preferred Stock

A type of stock issued by corporations, which gives holders a right to share in earnings and liquidation before common shareholders do.

Capital Stock

The general term applied to the shares of a corporation.

Preferred Stock

A class of ownership in a corporation that has a higher claim on the assets and earnings than common stock.