Alpha Co. is paying a $72 per share dividend today. There are 138,000 shares outstanding with a par value of $1 per share. As a result of this dividend, the: a) retained earnings will decrease by $99.360.
b) common stock account will decrease by $99,360
c) retained earnings will decrease by $138,000.
d) common stock account will decrease by $138,000.
e) capital in excess of par value account will decrease by $38.640

Bdj co. wants to issue new 22-year bonds for some much-needed expansion projects. the company currently has 9.2 percent coupon bonds on the market that sell for $1,132, make semiannual payments, have a $1,000 par value, and mature in 22 years. what coupon rate should the company set on its new bonds if it wants them to sell at par?

Danielle enjoys working as a certified public accountant (cpa) and assisting small businesses and individuals with managing their finances and taxes. which general area of accounting is her specialty? danielle specialized in

Peppy knows a lot about marketing, but not much about the legal or financial aspects of starting a new business. he wants to consult with a lawyer and accountant, but his budget is tight with all of the expenses involved in getting peppy's pizzazzeria up and running. peppy should: trust his basic instincts and try to put it together without the advice of lawyers and accountants. delay talking with a lawyer and accountant until the business has established a positive cash flow for at least one year. immediately hire full-time lawyers and accountants for his staff. consult with a lawyer and accountant even though the budget is tight.