The Par Value Per Share of Common Stock Represents

question 82

Multiple Choice

The par value per share of common stock represents:

• A) the minimum selling price of the stock established by the articles of incorporation.
• B) the minimum amount the stockholder will receive when the corporation is liquidated.
• C) the monetary amount assigned to each share of stock in the articles of incorporation.
• D) the amount of dividends per share to be received each year.

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