Which of These Is Not a Reason for Declaring a Share

question 58

Multiple Choice

Which of these is not a reason for declaring a share dividend?

• A) To raise extra capital for the company.
• B) To stave off a takeover.
• C) To conserve the company's cash instead of declaring a cash dividend.
• D) To decrease the market price of the shares.

Identify the purposes of financial statement analysis for both internal and external users.

Recognize the role of auditors in assessing the fair presentation of financial statements.

Distinguish between internal and external users of financial statements and their respective interests.

Grasp the importance of evaluating a company’s past, current, and future performance as well as financial risk.

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