Gunther Earned a 62

question 7

Multiple Choice

Gunther earned a 62.5 percent return on a stock that he purchased one year ago. The stock is now worth $12, and he received a dividend of $1 during the year. How much did Gunther originally pay for the stock?

• A) $7.00
• B) $7.50
• C) $8.00
• D) $8.50

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Definitions:

Compensation Expense

The total cost incurred by a business to pay its employees, including wages, benefits, bonuses, and taxes.

Common Stock

Equity ownership in a corporation, with voting rights and the potential for dividends, representing a claim on a portion of the company's assets and earnings.

Fair Value

The estimated market value of an asset, based on current prices in an open and competitive market.

Stock Option Plan

A scheme offered by a company to its employees, allowing them to purchase company shares at a predetermined price after a set period.