Which of the Following Statements Concerning Cash Dividends Is Not

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning cash dividends is not true?

• A) The Final Dividend Payable account is classified as a liability.
• B) Shareholders have the right to determine the amount of dividends declared.
• C) The greater the dividend payment the fewer earnings retained within the company.
• D) It is common for companies to pay an interim and a final dividend.

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