Which One of the Following Statements Is Correct

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements is correct?

• A)From a legal perspective, preferred stock is a form of corporate equity.
• B)All classes of stock must have equal voting rights per share.
• C)Common shareholders elect the corporate directors while the preferred shareholders vote on mergers and acquisitions.
• D)Dividends are tax-free income for individual investors.
• E)Shareholders prefer noncumulative dividends over cumulative dividends.

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