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No Formal Journal Entry Is Required to Record a Stock

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No formal journal entry is required to record a stock split.


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Cost Method

An accounting method used to value investments, where the investment is recorded at its acquisition cost without recognizing any changes in market value.

Stock Dividend

A company's distribution of extra shares to its shareholders, as an alternative to cash payouts.

Common Stock

Represents ownership shares in a corporation, giving shareholders voting rights and a claim on a portion of the company's profits through dividends.

Market Price

The market price is the current price at which an asset or service can be bought or sold in a open market.

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