Which One of the Following Statements Related to Book Value

question 102

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements related to book value per share (BVPS) is correct?

• A)BVPS is equal to total assets divided by the number of shares outstanding.
• B)An increase in the market value of a firm's fixed assets will increase the firm's BVPS.
• C)The payment of a dividend increases BVPS.
• D)BVPS is equal to the market price of a share of stock.
• E)The issuance of new shares at market value may increase the BVPS.

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