Which of the Following Items Would Not Reduce Retained Earnings

question 108

Multiple Choice

Which of the following items would not reduce retained earnings?

• A)A common stock dividend.
• B)A preferred stock dividend.
• C)A cash dividend.
• D)Cash payment of a previously declared dividend.

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