The money raised by issue of preference shares is called as _________ share capital.
A
Equity
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B
Preference
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C
Right
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D
Bonus
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Solution
The correct option is B Preference The capital raised by issue of preference shares is called as preference share capital. The preference share holders enjoy a preferential position over equity shareholder in receiving fixed dividend out of the net profits of the company and receiving capital at the time of liquidation.