The Numerator of the Rate Earned on Common Stockholders' Equity

question 120

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 plus interest expense
• D) income minus interest expense

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