The Decision as to Whether or Not a Firm Will

question 12

Multiple Choice

The decision as to whether or not a firm will pay dividends is explicitly made by the:

• A) stockholders
• B) bondholders
• C) Board of Directors
• D) Chief Financial Officer
• E) Chief Executive Officer

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