One Common Reason for Issuing Two Distinct Classes of Common

question 97

Multiple Choice

One common reason for issuing two distinct classes of common stock is to:

• A) sell different classes to increase profits.
• B) allow one stock to increase in price while the other class declines.
• C) restrict voting privileges from some shareholders.
• D) conserve cash by offering dividends to only one class of stockholders.

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Definitions:

Common Stock

A type of equity security that represents ownership in a corporation, with holders entitled to vote on corporate matters and receive dividends.

Noncontrolling Interest

The equity in a subsidiary not attributable, directly or indirectly, to a parent company.

Equity Method

The Equity Method is an accounting technique used by firms to assess the profits earned through their investments in other companies, recording these profits as income from the investment.

Noncontrolling Interest

An equity interest in a subsidiary held by investors other than the parent company, reflecting a share of ownership not providing control.