What Does It Mean That, in 2012, Canada Ranked Eleventh

question 36

Essay

What does it mean that, in 2012, Canada ranked eleventh worldwide in terms of per capita purchasing power parities?

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Definitions:

Continuous

A term describing processes or functions that proceed without interruption or cessation.

Dividends in Arrears

Unpaid dividends on cumulative preferred stock that must be paid out before any dividends can be distributed to common stockholders.

Cumulative Preferred Stock

A type of preferred stock that entitles the holder to receive dividends in arrears before common stockholders can receive any dividends.

Liability

Any financial obligation or debt that an entity is responsible for paying to another party.