In order to determine the book value per share of common stock, the preferred equity must be taken into consideration.

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The book value per share of common stock is calculated by subtracting preferred equity from total shareholders' equity and then dividing by the number of common shares outstanding. This accounts for the priority that preferred shares have over common shares in terms of assets and earnings.

In Order to Determine the Book Value Per Share of Common