Which of the Following Equations Represents the Statement of Retained

question 242

Multiple Choice

Which of the following equations represents the statement of retained earnings activity?

• A) beginning retained earnings + net income + dividends = ending retained earnings
• B) beginning retained earnings + cash inflows - cash outflows = ending retained earnings
• C) beginning retained earnings + dividends - net income = ending retained earnings
• D) beginning retained earnings + net income - dividends = ending retained earnings

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