Which of the Following Actions Will Decrease Retained Earnings

question 107

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions will decrease Retained Earnings?

• A) repayment of bond principal
• B) stock split
• C) stock dividend declared
• D) purchase of treasury stock

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