The Two Categories of Shareholders' Equity Usually Found on the Balance

question 29

Multiple Choice

The two categories of shareholders' equity usually found on the balance sheet of a corporation are: 

• A) Contributed capital and property, plant, and equipment.
• B) Retained earnings and notes payable.
• C) Common stock and retained earnings.
• D) Contributed capital and equity securities.

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