Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)From an accounting perspective,dividends generally reduce the firm's current (or accumulated)retained earnings.
• B)The way a firm chooses between paying dividends and retaining earnings is referred to as its payout policy.
• C)Most companies that pay dividends pay them semiannually.
• D)Occasionally,a firm may pay a one-time,special dividend that is usually much larger than a regular dividend.

Understand the concept of a Cash Short and Over account and its implications for accounting.

Identify the role of auxiliary petty cash records and vouchers in managing petty cash.

Describe the process and accounting treatment for change funds and their differences from petty cash.

Understand how to establish and adjust a petty cash fund.

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