Which of the Following Will Happen to a Stockholder's Percentage

question 129

Multiple Choice

Which of the following will happen to a stockholder's percentage ownership in the stock of a corporation when the corporation declares a stock dividend?

• A) The stockholder's percentage ownership decreases.
• B) The stockholder's percentage ownership can increase or decrease.
• C) The stockholder's percentage ownership increases.
• D) The stockholder's percentage ownership stays the same.

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