Which of the Following Statements Incorrectly Describes Earnings Per Share

question 72

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements incorrectly describes earnings per share?

• A)Earnings per share are per common share.
• B)An increase in the market price per common share does not result in a decrease in earnings per share.
• C)An increase in dividends per share results in an increase in earnings per share.
• D)The reissue of treasury stock decreases earnings per share.

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