What Is a Vanishing Point

question 3

Multiple Choice

What is a vanishing point?

• A) the shading on an object used to imply depth
• B) the edges of a picture plane
• C) the point where orthogonals seem to converge
• D) any object whose existence is implied in a painting but which exists outside of the composition

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Definitions:

Common Stock

A type of equity security representing ownership in a corporation, with holders possibly entitled to vote on corporate matters and receive dividends.

Shares Outstanding

The total number of shares of a corporation that have been issued and are currently owned by shareholders.

Cost of Equity

The return a firm theoretically pays to its equity investors to compensate for the risk they take by investing in the stock.

Annual Dividend

The total amount of dividend payments a shareholder receives from a company in one year.