Intermediate Accounting
9th Edition
ISBN: 9781259722660
Author: J. David Spiceland, Mark W. Nelson, Wayne M Thomas
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 18, Problem 18.11Q
The par value of shares historically indicated the real value of shares and all shares were issued at that price. The concept has changed with time. Describe the meaning of par value as it has evolved to today
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QUESTION 1
Which best describes par value for stock?
A.
An arbitrary amount set by the company for each share of stock
B.
The current market value of the stock
C.
The amount expected to be paid out as a dividend on a share of stock
D.
The value at which stock shares were issued
What is par value?
Select one:
a. The price at which a company's stock is sold
b. The dollar amount credited to capital stock when issued
c. The lowest price at which a company's stock may be issued
d. The highest price at which a company's stock may be issued
The par value of a stock *
O is legally significant.
O reflects the most recent market price.
is selected by the SEC.
is indicative of the worth of the stock.
Chapter 18 Solutions
Intermediate Accounting
Ch. 18 - Identify and briefly describe the two primary...Ch. 18 - Prob. 18.2QCh. 18 - Prob. 18.3QCh. 18 - Prob. 18.4QCh. 18 - Prob. 18.5QCh. 18 - Prob. 18.6QCh. 18 - Prob. 18.7QCh. 18 - What is meant by a shareholders preemptive right?Ch. 18 - Terminology varies in the way companies...Ch. 18 - Most preferred shares are cumulative. Explain what...
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