A Premium on Common Stock

question 150

Multiple Choice

A premium on common stock:

• A)Is the amount paid in excess of par by purchasers of newly issued stock.
• B)Is the difference between par value and issue price when the amount paid is below par.
• C)Represents profit from issuing stock.
• D)Represents capital gain on sale of stock.
• E)Is prohibited in most states.

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