Keyton Corporation's Net Operating Income in Year 2 Was $43,714,net

question 223

Multiple Choice

Keyton Corporation's net operating income in Year 2 was $43,714,net income before taxes was $30,714,and the net income was $21,500.Total common stock was $200,000 at the end of both Year 2 and Year 1.The par value of common stock is $4 per share.The company's total stockholders' equity at the end of Year 2 amounted to $1,148,000 and at the end of Year 1 to $1,130,000.The company declared and paid $3,500 dividends on common stock in Year 2.The market price per share was $8.43 at the end of Year 2.The company's dividend payout ratio for Year 2 is closest to:

• A) 0.8%
• B) 1.8%
• C) 16.3%
• D) 11.4%

---

Definitions:

Comprehensive Income

The change in equity (net assets) of a business enterprise during a period from transactions and other events from non-owner sources. It includes all revenues, gains, expenses, and losses.

Cash Flows

The aggregate sum of money flowing in and out of an enterprise, crucially influencing its financial fluidity.

Unrealized Gains and Losses

Increases or decreases in the value of investments that a company holds but has not yet sold, and therefore, has not yet realized the gains or losses.

Foreign Currency Items

Foreign currency items are transactions, assets, or liabilities denominated in a currency other than the reporting entity's functional currency.