Which of the Following Describes the Term Outstanding Stock

question 116

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes the term outstanding stock?

• A) The shares of stock that are held by the stockholders
• B) The shares of stock that have been sold for the highest price
• C) The total amount of stock that has been authorized by state law
• D) The total amount of stock that has not been sold yet

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