At a Time When Blackbird Corporation Had E & P

question 173

True/False

At a time when Blackbird Corporation had E & P of $700,000 and 1,000 shares of stock outstanding, the corporation distributed $300,000 to redeem 400 shares of its stock. The transaction qualified as a disproportionate redemption for the shareholder. Blackbird's E & P is reduced by $300,000 as a result of the distribution.

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Definitions:

Secured Bonds

Bonds that are backed by specific collateral that must be forfeited in the event that the issuing firm defaults.

Junk Bonds

High-yield, high-risk securities issued by corporations or municipalities considered to be at greater risk of default.