Consolidated statements of shareholders equity (page 56):

27. During the most current year, how much in cash dividends did Wal-Mart declare in total?

28. Did Wal-Mart purchase back any of its own stock in the most current year (when a company purchases its own stock, it is called treasury stock)?

29. If Wal-Mart purchased back its own stock in the most current year, why might it have done so (use the hint from question 20 if needed)?

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