All else the same, which of the following is NOT a possible consequence of the ﬁrm making a regular cash dividend payment?

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Regular cash dividend payments are typically made out of the firm's retained earnings or current earnings. When a cash dividend is paid, cash is reduced and retained earnings are decreased. Shareholders of record (those who own the stock on the dividend record date) receive the dividend payment, and the stock price typically declines by the amount of the dividend on the ex-dividend date. The common stock account is not directly affected by the payment of cash dividends.

All Else the Same, Which of the Following Is NOT