Mega Computer Issued Stock with a Face Value of One

question 118

Multiple Choice

Mega Computer issued stock with a face value of one cent and then sold the shares to the public for $20.00 each. Ted bought 10 shares at that price. Today, Ted sold his shares to David for $25.00 each. What are Ted's capital gains?

• A) $19.99
• B) $20.00
• C) $25.00
• D) $50.00
• E) $0.01

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Definitions:

Liquidity

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Receivables Turnover Ratio

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Statement of Financial Position

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Carrying Amount

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