Which of the Following Statements, If Any, Is Characteristic of Constructive

question 113

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements, if any, is characteristic of constructive dividends?

• A)They must be available to the shareholders on a pro rata basis.
• B)They can occur even if the corporation has no earnings and profits.
• C)They must be formally declared and paid (i.e., declaration date, record date, payment date).
• D)They are not deductible by the corporation.
• E)None of the above.

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Definitions:

Total Cost

The sum of all costs associated with the production of goods or services, including fixed and variable costs.

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Loan

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