Which of the Following Best Defines Retained Earnings

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best defines retained earnings?

• A) the part of income that households retain after paying taxes
• B) the part of income that businesses retain after paying taxes
• C) the part of income that corporations pay to their owners in the form of dividends
• D) the part of income that corporations do not pay to their owners in the form of dividends

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Definitions:

Sexual Partners

Individuals with whom a person has engaged in sexual activities.

Spermicide

A substance that kills spermatozoa, used as a contraceptive method.

Condom

A barrier device commonly used during sexual intercourse to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy.

Diaphragm

A large, dome-shaped muscle located below the lungs that plays a critical role in breathing.