Which of the Following Occurs When a Corporation Distributes a Stock

question 187

Multiple Choice

Which of the following occurs when a corporation distributes a stock dividend?

• A) Total liabilities would increase.
• B) Total stockholders' equity would increase.
• C) Total assets would decrease.
• D) Total stockholders' equity would be unchanged.

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