Choose the Word or Phrase in [ ] Which Will

question 131

Short Answer

Choose the word or phrase in [ ] which will correctly complete the statement. Select A for the first item, B for the second item, and C if neither item will correctly complete the statement.
-Preferred stockholders will receive their share of company earnings [before | after] bond interest is paid.

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Definitions:

Executive Order

A directive issued by the head of a government, such as a president or governor, that has the force of law.

Executive Branch

The part of government responsible for implementing and enforcing laws, traditionally led by the president or prime minister.

Legislative Branch

The legislative branch is one of the three branches of government responsible for creating, amending, and ratifying laws.

U.S. Cabinet

A group of the most senior appointed officers of the executive branch of the U.S. government, typically heads of federal executive departments.