On the Statement of Retained Earnings

question 15

Multiple Choice

On the statement of retained earnings:

• A) a deficit in retained earnings is shown in parentheses.
• B) net income flows from the balance sheet to retained earnings.
• C) a positive balance in retained earnings is an indication the company is in financial difficulty.
• D) treasury stock increases retained earnings.

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