The Principle of Homophily Is

question 10

Multiple Choice

The principle of homophily is

• A) the theory of homophobia in the United States
• B) the belief that people should be able to advance socially and economically without having to sacrifice values and cultural heritage unwillingly
• C) the theory that individuals prefer to develop social bonds with people who look and act like themselves

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Definitions:

Dividend

A payout of a portion of a company's earnings, decided by the board of directors, to a class of its shareholders.

Treasury Stock

Treasury stock represents shares of a company's own stock that it has reacquired and holds, which do not confer voting rights or dividend payments.

Common Stock

A form of corporate equity ownership, representing a claim on a portion of a company's assets and earnings.

Retained Earnings

The portion of net income that is kept within the company rather than distributed to shareholders as dividends, often used for reinvestment.