How Should the Transaction Costs of Issuing Shares in Acquisition

question 30

Multiple Choice

How should the transaction costs of issuing shares in acquisition be recognized?

• A)Deducted from shareholders' equity, net of related income tax benefits.
• B)Expensed.
• C)Capitalized as part of the cost of the shares.
• D)Deducted in total from shareholders' equity.

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