Which Scale Is Used to Measure the Strength of an Earthquake

question 77

Multiple Choice

Which scale is used to measure the strength of an earthquake? 

• A) the Miller scale 
• B) the Richter scale 
• C) the Mercalli scale 
• D) the Geiger scale

Recognize the purposes and effects of stock splits and stock dividends on par value, market value, and shareholders' equity.

Know how treasury stock transactions are recorded and their impact on financial statements.

Understand the reporting of treasury stock in financial statements and its impact on stockholders' equity.

Identify and describe the components disclosed in the Stockholders' equity section of the balance sheet.

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Definitions:

Mistake of Fact

A misunderstanding by one or more parties to a contract about a material fact that is essential to the agreement, which can sometimes render the contract voidable.

Rescission

The act of revoking, canceling, or annulling a contract, returning all parties to their statuses prior to the contract's formation.

Mistake of Law

An error made by a person in understanding the law as it pertains to their actions, which generally is not considered a defense in criminal law.

Duress

A situation where someone acts against their will or is forced into an agreement or decision under pressure or threat.