Match the Terms to the Definitions

Multiple Choice

Match the terms to the definitions.
-The maximum number of shares the corporation may issue in each class of stock.

A) Authorized shares
B) Issued shares
C) Outstanding shares
D) Par value
E) Stated capital (legal capital)
F) Preemptive right
G) Retained earnings
H) Stock split
I) Stock option
J) Stock warrant
K) Treasury stock
L) Call provision
M) Earnings per share
N) Dividend yield ratio
O) Dividend payout ratio