When a Firm Enters Stage III of Its Life Cycle

question 44

Multiple Choice

When a firm enters Stage III of its life cycle, all of the following are likely to be observed except which?

• A) Dividend payout ratios are likely to rise to a moderate level of 20 to 30 percent of earnings.
• B) More competition is likely to enter the firm's market.
• C) Sales begin to decrease.
• D) Stock splits are common.

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