If the Retained Profit Figure in a Company Statement of Financial

question 58

Multiple Choice

If the retained profit figure in a company statement of financial position increases from the beginning of the year to the end of the year, it is most probable that:

• A)profit for the year is less than dividends declared.
• B)bonus shares have been issued.
• C)additional capital has been raised during the year.
• D)profit for the year is more than dividends declared.

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