Two Identical Companies with Identical Share Prices (And Identical Numbers

question 98

Multiple Choice

Two identical companies with identical share prices (and identical numbers of shares outstanding) change their quarterly dividend by the same amount.However,Company A is increasing its dividend while Company B is decreasing its dividend.Choose the correct description of what should follow given the empirical evidence.

• A) Company A's price should increase by more than the decrease in Company B's price
• B) Company A's price should increase by less than the decrease in Company B's price
• C) Company B's price should increase by more than the decrease in Company A's price
• D) Company B's price should increase by less than the decrease in Company A's price

Calculate break-even points in units and dollars for single and multiple product scenarios.

Understand the concept of sales price per unit, variable cost per unit, and fixed cost.

Able to compute contribution margin ratio and understand its significance.

Compute the margin of safety in dollars and understand its importance for business stability.

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