Concept Introduction:
Stock Dividend:
The Stock dividend is the number of shares given as dividend to the shareholders. The Stock dividend is declared first and shares are issued later. There are two
Requirement-a:
To Indicate:
The effect of the Stock Dividend on the
Concept Introduction:
Stock Dividend:
The Stock dividend is the number of shares given as dividend to the shareholders. The Stock dividend is declared first and shares are issued later. There are two journal entries made, one at the time of declaration of stock dividend and another at the time of issuance of shares.
Requirement-b:
To Indicate:
The effect of the Stock Dividend on the Stockholder's equity
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