In 2011,the Dividend Yield on Microsoft (MSFT)stock Rose from 1

question 27

Multiple Choice

In 2011,the dividend yield on Microsoft (MSFT) stock rose from 1.97% to 3.10%.Which of the following would have generated that result?

• A)The closing price of Microsoft stock rose.
• B)Microsoft announced an increase in the dividend it would pay per share.
• C)The price-earnings ratio rose.
• D)Microsoft issued bonds with a coupon rate equal to 3.10%.

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