Which Step in the Dividend Payment Process for a Public

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which step in the dividend payment process for a public company usually results in a change in the company's share price? Assume the dividend has changed from the last dividend paid.

• A) Public announcement
• B) Ex-dividend date
• C) Payable date
• D) Both a and b

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Definitions:

Divisions

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