Receiving a Cash Dividend Affects What Part of the Balance

question 37

Multiple Choice

Receiving a cash dividend affects what part of the balance sheet?

• A) Increases assets and increases paid-in-capital
• B) Increases assets and decreases stockholders' equity
• C) Increases assets and increases retained earnings
• D) Has no effect on assets or total equity

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Definitions:

Greater Sciatic Notch

A large, deep notch on the posterior border of the hip bone, through which several nerves and blood vessels pass.

Ischial Spine

A bony projection from the ischium bone of the pelvis, serving as an attachment point for ligaments and muscles of the pelvic region.

Pisiform

A small pea-shaped bone found in the proximal row of the wrist (carpal) bones, embedded within the flexor carpi ulnaris tendon.