Joanna Robertson Bought a Share of XYZ Corp

question 34

Multiple Choice

Joanna Robertson bought a share of XYZ Corp. at $200 last year. She was paid a dividend of $30 during the same year. However, the same share is trading at $280 this year. Calculate Joanna's capital gains percent yield if she sells the shares at $280.

• A) 80%
• B) 15%
• C) 40%
• D) 28.57%

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