Please Define the Following Key Terms

question 116

Short Answer

Please define the following key terms.
-Marie-Therese de Geoffrin

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Definitions:

Stockholders' Equity

The residual interest in the assets of a corporation after deducting its liabilities, representing the ownership interest of shareholders.

Board of Directors

A group of individuals elected to represent shareholders and govern the corporation's affairs, making key decisions on its behalf.

Prior Period Adjustment

A correction of errors in previously issued financial statements to reflect accurate past financial information.

Retained Earnings

Profits that a company has chosen to reinvest in the business rather than distribute to shareholders as dividends.