Match the Terms to the Definitions

question 104

Multiple Choice

Match the terms to the definitions.
-A measure of the proportion of common stock dividends to the stock price.

• 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:

Acquisition

The process of obtaining control of another company by purchasing its stock or assets.

Fair Value

The fair market price of an asset, reflecting its current value under normal market conditions.

Excess Land Allocation

The process of assigning a portion of the purchase price of a combined investment in land and building to the land, often when the portion allocated is above the fair value.

Noncontrolling Interest

An ownership interest in a company that is less than 50%, indicating that the holder does not have control over the company's operations.