Which of the Following Steps in the Dividend Payment Process

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following steps in the dividend payment process for a public company usually results in a change in the company's stock price?

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

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Definitions:

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Interstate Commerce Commission

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