The opening balance of retained earnings for a company was $1328424. During the year it earned a net income of $509389 and shareholders invested an additional $613909 for shares. The ending balance of retained earnings was $1645010. How much did the company pay out in dividends during the year? Select one: a. $192803 b. $0 c. $806712 d. $104520

The opening balance of retained earnings for a company was $1328424. During the year it earned a net income of $509389 and shareholders invested an additional $613909 for shares. The ending balance of retained earnings was $1645010. How much did the company pay out in dividends during the year? Select one: a. $192803 b. $0 c. $806712 d. $104520

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