In Response to a Temporary Decline in Earnings Per Share

question 90

Multiple Choice

In response to a temporary decline in earnings per share (EPS) , most companies would [blank].

• A)decrease their cash dividend
• B)not decrease their cash dividend
• C)suspend their cash dividend
• D)substitute a share dividend for the cash dividend

---

Definitions:

Sediment

Particulate matter that accumulates in layers on the Earth's surface, deposited by water, wind, ice, or biological activity.

Esker

A long, winding ridge of stratified sand and gravel, deposited by meltwater from a retreating glacier or ice sheet.

Sediment

Particles of rock, minerals, or organic materials that have been transported and deposited by wind, water, or ice.

Arête

A narrow ridge of rock which is typically formed by the erosion of two glaciers from opposite sides.