A company declares a 40% stock dividend when there are 4.0 million common shares outstanding with a Tk.1 per value. Their current market price is Tk. 20 per share. Which of the following will be the effect of the stock dividend ?

A Retained earnings will decrease by Tk. 1.6 million and contributed capital will increase by Tk 1.6 million.
B Contributed capital will decrease by Tk 1.6 million and retained earnings will increased by Tk. 1.6 million
C Retained earnings will decrease by Tk. 32 million and contributed capital will increase by Tk. 32 million
D Contributed capital will decrease by Tk. 32 million and retained earnings will increase by Tk. 32 million

Correct Answer: Retained earnings will decrease by Tk. 1.6 million and contributed capital will increase by Tk 1.6 million.

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