A Property Dividend Causes a Debit to Retained Earnings Equal

question 89

Multiple Choice

A property dividend causes a debit to retained earnings equal to the ___________ of the property distributed.

• A) Book value
• B) Fair market value
• C) Original cost
• D) Income tax basis

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Definitions:

Cumulative Earnings

The total amount of net income earned by an individual or entity over a period, often used in the context of calculating pensions or other benefits.

Accrued Vacation Pay

The amount of vacation time that employees have earned but not taken, often calculated to represent a financial liability for the employer.

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

A retirement plan in which the employer, employee, or both make contributions on a regular basis, but final benefits depend on the plan's investment performance.

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