Which of the Following Should Not Influence a Firm's Dividend

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following should not influence a firm's dividend policy decision?

• A) A strong preference by most shareholders for current cash income versus capital gains.
• B) Constraints imposed by the firm's bond indenture.
• C) The fact that much of the firm's equipment has been leased rather than bought and owned.
• D) The fact that Congress is considering changes in the tax law regarding the taxation of dividends versus capital gains.
• E) The firm's ability to accelerate or delay investment projects.

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