Which of the Following Is Not a Logical Justification for Dividend

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a logical justification for dividend preference (versus capital gains) in the real world?

• A)institutional restrictions involving dividends.
• B)higher share prices from higher payouts.
• C)a steady source of cash without transaction costs.
• D)differing income tax rates.

Understand and calculate the expected values (E) for individual and combined random variables.

Understand and calculate the variance (V) for individual and combined random variables.

Understand and work with the concept of joint probability distributions.

Understand the concept of marginal probability distributions.

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Definitions:

Boreal Forest

A dense forest found in high Northern latitudes, primarily consisting of conifers and known for its cold, harsh climates.

Coniferous Forest

A terrestrial biome characterized by evergreen trees with needles or scales, primarily found in northern latitudes or higher altitudes.

Steppe

A vast, treeless plain characterized by its grassy cover, often found in southeastern Europe or Siberia, which supports a variety of animals adapted to open and semi-arid environments.

Taiga

also known as the boreal forest, is a biome characterized by coniferous forests spanning across northern parts of North America, Europe, and Asia.