Which of the Following Statements Is True with Regard to Preferred

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true with regard to preferred stock (preference shares) ?

• A) Most preferred stock (preference shares) is reported under U.S. GAAP as debt.
• B) Most preferred stock (preference shares) is reported under IFRS as equity.
• C) Under U.S. GAAP, mandatorily redeemable preferred stock is reported as equity.
• D) Under IFRS, preferred stock dividends are reported in the income statement as interest expense.

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