Most Firms That Issue Dividends Try to Maintain a Consistent

question 65

Multiple Choice

Most firms that issue dividends try to maintain a consistent _________________.

• A) dividend per share
• B) dividend payout ratio
• C) both policies are frequently employed
• D) neither policy is frequently employed

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Definitions:

Measured Variable

A variable in research that is quantified or measured directly by the researcher, as opposed to being manipulated or controlled.

Independent Variable

In a study, the factor that is intentionally altered to determine its impact on the outcome variable.

Dependent Variable

In an experimental setup, the variable being tested and measured, expected to change as a result of manipulations to the independent variable.

Variability

The degree of spread or dispersion within a set of data points or values, reflecting how much the data points differ from each other.