Which of the Following Actions Will Decrease the Balance in Retained

question 149

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions will decrease the balance in Retained Earnings?

• A)repayment of bond principal
• B)stock split
• C)stock dividend declared
• D)purchase of treasury stock

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