When Treasury Stock Is Resold at a Gain, the Difference

question 133

Multiple Choice

When treasury stock is resold at a gain, the difference between its cost and the cash received when resold:

• A) Increases net income.
• B) Increases stockholders' equity.
• C) Has no effect on net income or stockholders' equity.
• D) Increases net income but decreases stockholders' equity.

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