Conflicting Arguments Continue as to the Impact of Dividend Policy

question 23

Multiple Choice

Conflicting arguments continue as to the impact of dividend policy to stock price. Which of the following theories or arguments is most valid?

• A)Dividend Irrelevance Theory
• B)The "Bird in the Hand" theory
• C)The Dividend Preference Argument
• D)All are valid under certain conditions

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