Which of the Following Is True of Dividends

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of dividends?

• A)Dividends are a distribution of cash, stock, or other assets to the stockholders.
• B)Dividends increase assets and decrease total stockholders' equity of a corporation.
• C)Dividend payments decrease paid-in capital.
• D)Dividend payments increase stockholders' equity.

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Definitions:

Opinion Approach

An approach whereby a salesperson shows that the buyer’s opinion is valued.

SPIN Approach

A sales technique that involves asking Situation, Problem, Implication, and Need-payoff questions to understand a customer's needs and propose solutions.

Prospect's Approval

The process by which a potential buyer signals their agreement or interest in moving forward with a purchase.

Remain Silent

The act of refraining from speaking, often strategically used in negotiations or to prompt another to speak.