How Does the Declaration and Payment of Cash Dividends Affect

question 147

Multiple Choice

How does the declaration and payment of cash dividends affect the accounting equation?

• A)increase assets and stockholders' equity
• B)decrease assets and stockholders' equity
• C)increase assets and decrease stockholders' equity
• D)decrease assets and increase stockholders' equity

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Exerting or possessing authority, often characterized by leadership qualities, command, or the ability to influence and enforce obedience.

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