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- 26 May 2019
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- 28 May 2026
What is the term for the part of a company's earnings distributed to its common and preferred shareholders?
Multiple choice question for Basic of Economics. Select an option, then review the explanation below.
Explanation
A dividend is the portion of a company's profit that is paid out to its common and preferred shareholders as a return on their investment.
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