Consider a Market Characterized by the Following Inverse Demand and Supply

question 78

Multiple Choice

Consider a market characterized by the following inverse demand and supply functions: P_X = 10 − 2Q_X and P_X = 2 + 2Q_X. Compute the number of units exchanged and the price at which those units will be exchanged when there is an $8 per unit price floor.

• A) 1 unit and $6 per unit
• B) 1 unit and $8 per unit
• C) 3 units and $6 per unit
• D) 3 units and $8 per unit

Analyze the effects of stock splits on share price and shareholders' equity.

Understand the application of residual dividend theory in determining dividend payout ratios.

Comprehend the formula for calculating dividends per share given a company's payout ratio and earnings.

Analyze and calculate the number of outstanding shares after stock dividends and stock splits.

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