Restrictions on Retained Earnings

question 139

Multiple Choice

Restrictions on retained earnings:

• A)require adjusting journal entries.
• B)are usually reported in the notes to the financial statements.
• C)are reported on the income statement.
• D)are designed to maximize dividends paid to shareholders.

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