Which of the Following Statements Regarding Earnings Per Share Is

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding earnings per share is not correct?

• A)Earnings per share can be reported on the income statement.
• B)The numerator is net income.
• C)The denominator is the average number of shares of common stock outstanding.
• D)Earnings per share does not have to be disclosed on the income statement or the notes to the financial statements.

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