Which of the Following Statements Is NOT True Regarding Common

question 96

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding common and preferred stock?

• A)Common stock is the most basic and common type of stock.
• B)All corporations issue common stock.
• C)Preferred stock owners do not usually have voting rights.
• D)Preferred stockholders have priority over common stockholders regarding dividends and the distribution of assets upon liquidation.
• E)With preferred shares,the amount of the dividend is generally specified and increases every year.

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