Which of the Following Correctly Describes the Recording of a Dividend

question 89

Multiple Choice

Which of the following correctly describes the recording of a dividend declaration by a company's board of directors?

• A)A debit to retained earnings and a credit to cash.
• B)A debit to contributed capital and a credit to dividends payable.
• C)A debit to cash and a credit to retained earnings.
• D)A debit to retained earnings and a credit to dividends payable.

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