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Which one of the following will increase shareholders' equity, all else held constant? Multiple Choice
A purchase of equipment on account.
The collection of an account s receivable.
A sale of inventory at a profit.
A payment on a loan.
The declaration of a stock dividend.
Answer : A sale of inventory at a profit.
Explanation :
A sale of inventory at a profit leads to increase in net profit and in turn it increases the retained earnings.
Retained earnings is grouped under shareholders equity