To State That Net Equity Issues Have Been Negative Recently

question 2

Multiple Choice

To state that net equity issues have been negative recently in the North America indicates that:

• A)more shares have been repurchased than newly issued.
• B)new shares have been sold at less than par value.
• C)issuing stock has been a negative NPV transaction.
• D)dividend payments have exceeded net income.

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Definitions:

Like-kind Exchange

A tax deferment strategy allowing for the exchange of similar types of properties without the immediate tax implications of selling the property.

IRC Section 121

A provision in the Internal Revenue Code that allows for the exclusion of up to $250,000 ($500,000 for married couples filing jointly) of capital gains from the sale of a primary residence.

Principal Residence

The primary location that a person inhabits. It often qualifies for specific tax benefits, such as the exclusion of gain from its sale.

Installment Method

A tax method that allows income from sales to be reported for tax purposes when the payment is received, rather than at the point of sale.