The dividend is calculated as a percentage of capital of the company.

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The correct option is B paid-up
Dividend is a return that the company pays you for investing in the company.The dividend is calculated as a percentage of paid up capital of the company.

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The dividend is calculated as a percentage of capital of the company.

The correct option is B paid-upDividend is a return that the company pays you for investing in the company.The dividend is calculated as a percentage of paid up capital of the company.

The correct option is B paid-up
Dividend is a return that the company pays you for investing in the company.The dividend is calculated as a percentage of paid up capital of the company.