Ralph Bought a Share of Stock for $31

question 97

Multiple Choice

Ralph bought a share of stock for $31.50 that paid a dividend of $.85 and sold six months later for $27.65.What was his dollar profit or loss and holding period return?

• A)-$3.00,-9.52%
• B)-$3.85,-12.22%
• C)-$.85,-2.70%
• D)-$3.85,-9.52%

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