Which of the Following Is Not a Right Possessed by Common

question 111

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a right possessed by common stockholders of a corporation?

• A) the right to vote in the election of the board of directors
• B) the right to receive a minimum amount of dividends
• C) the right to sell their stock to anyone they choose
• D) the right to share in assets upon liquidation

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Definitions:

Congressional Earmarks

Provisions inserted into legislation that direct approved funds to be spent on specific projects, often within a particular member's district.

Apportionment

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Incumbent

An individual currently holding a specific public office.

Speaker of the House

The Speaker of the House is the presiding officer of the United States House of Representatives, responsible for leading the House’s legislative business and representing its members.