The Only Way an Investor Will Get a Return on Shares

question 104

True/False

The only way an investor will get a return on shares while they own the shares is for the corporation to distribute a dividend.

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Definitions:

Reporting Unit

A component or segment of an organization for which discrete financial information is available and reviewed by the operating segment's management.

Carrying Values

The book value of assets and liabilities as reported on the balance sheet, considering depreciation, amortization, and impairment costs.

Systematic Basis

A methodological approach of allocating costs or revenues over a specified period of time in a consistent and logical manner.

Voting Stock

Securities that give the shareholder the right to vote on company matters, such as electing the board of directors and approving corporate policies.