Which of the Following Statements Is Correct Relating to Common

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct relating to common stock certificates of a publicly traded company that uses the services of a transfer agent?

• A)Stock certificates should exist for all outstanding stock and be held by the owner of the stock.
• B)Stock certificates should exist for all outstanding stock and be held either by the owner of the stock or a representative of the owner (e.g. ,brokerage firm).
• C)A lack of stock certificates is ordinarily considered a material weakness in internal control.
• D)Stock certificates often are not issued in today's electronic environment.

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