The Figure Given Below Shows the Demand Curves [D₁ and D₂]

question 18

Multiple Choice

The figure given below shows the demand curves [D₁ and D₂] and the supply curve [S₁] of capital.Figure 17.1

-What is the main difference between common and preferred stocks?

• A)Common stocks pay interest whereas preferred stocks pay dividends.
• B)Preferred stocks carry voting rights whereas common stocks do not carry voting rights.
• C)Preferred stocks pay a guaranteed dividend, while common stocks may or may not pay dividends.
• D)In case of bankruptcy, preferred stockholders have a right to the company's asset, whereas common stockholders do not have such rights.
• E)Common stocks can be converted into preferred stocks while preferred stocks cannot be converted into common stocks.

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