People Who Buy Stock in a Corporation Such as General

question 42

Multiple Choice

People who buy stock in a corporation such as General Electric become

• A)creditors of General Electric,so the benefits of holding the stock depend on General Electric's profits.
• B)creditors of General Electric,but the benefits of holding the stock do not depend on General Electric's profits.
• C)part owners of General Electric,so the benefits of holding the stock depend on General Electric's profits.
• D)part owners of General Electric,but the benefits of holding the stock do not depend on General Electric's profits.

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