Of the Following Factors,which One Is Considered to Be the Primary

question 51

Multiple Choice

Of the following factors,which one is considered to be the primary factor affecting a firm's dividend decision?

• A)The personal taxes company stockholders incur on dividend distributions
• B)Maintaining consistency with the historical dividend policy
• C)Attracting retail investors
• D)Attracting institutional investors
• E)Sustainable changes in earnings

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Definitions:

Binding Price Ceiling

A government-imposed limit on the price of a good or service that is set below the market equilibrium price, leading to shortages.

Buyers

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Rent Control

Government policies or laws that limit the amount landlords can charge for leasing property to keep housing affordable for renters.

Affordable Housing

Housing units that are reasonably priced and affordable to those with a median household income.