Match the Terms to the Definitions

question 29

Multiple Choice

Match the terms to the definitions.
-Shares repurchased and held by the corporation.

• A)Authorized shares
• B)Issued shares
• C)Outstanding shares
• D)Par value
• E)Stated capital (legal capital)
• F)Preemptive right
• G)Retained earnings
• H)Stock split
• I)Stock option
• J)Stock warrant
• K)Treasury stock
• L)Call provision
• M)Earnings per share
• N)Dividend yield ratio
• O)Dividend payout ratio

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Definitions:

Vertical Equity

The idea that taxpayers with a greater ability to pay taxes should pay larger amounts.

Tax System

The structured framework within which public authorities collect taxes from individuals and companies to fund public expenditures.

Ability-To-Pay Principle

The idea that taxes should be levied on a person according to how well that person can shoulder the burden

Government Services

Various forms of services provided to the public by the government, which can include education, healthcare, security, and infrastructure.