The Numerator of the Rate Earned on Common Stockholders' Equity

question 137

Multiple Choice

The numerator of the rate earned on common stockholders' equity ratio is equal to

• A) net income
• B) net income minus preferred dividends
• C) income before income tax
• D) operating income minus interest expense

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Definitions:

Common Shares

Common Shares are units of ownership in a company that entitle the shareholders to vote at shareholders' meetings and receive dividends.

EBITDA

Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization.

Financial Strength

A measure of a company’s ability to meet its financial commitments, indicating its overall financial stability.

International Financial Reporting Standard

A set of accounting standards developed by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) that is used globally to prepare public company financial statements.