Which of the Following Will Decrease a Company's Retained Earnings

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following will decrease a company's retained earnings?

• A)earning net income of $50,000 for the year
• B)issuing additional shares of common stock at a price above par
• C)buying additional shares of treasury stock
• D)declaring cash dividends of $0.50 per share

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