Viral Classification Has Changed Over the Years and While They

question 63

Multiple Choice

Viral classification has changed over the years and while they are given genus names, the use of species names has not been widely accepted.This is because

• A)viruses are not organisms.
• B)viruses change over time making species characteristics difficult to stabilize.
• C)viruses that could be classified into a single species may have many, but not all, properties in common.
• D)All of the above are arguments against using species designations for viruses.

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Definitions:

Potential Dilutive Effect

The possible impact on a company’s earnings per share if convertible securities were converted into common stock, often considered in financial analysis.

If-Converted Method

A calculation technique used to assess the impact on diluted earnings per share if all convertible securities were converted into common stock.

Convertible Securities

Financial instruments, such as bonds or preferred stocks, that can be converted into a predetermined number of common stock or equity shares.

Diluted Earnings

The reduced earnings per share figure when considering the conversion into common stock of all potential shares that could dilute earnings.