The Profit or Loss That Is Used in the Calculation

question 30

Multiple Choice

The profit or loss that is used in the calculation of basic earnings per share is calculated as:

• A) Profit before tax expense
• B) Profit before tax expense - tax expense
• C) Profit before tax expense - tax expense - ordinary dividends
• D) Profit before tax expense - tax expense - preference dividends

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