In this course, you have learned that not all public companies would pay dividends. Clearly answer the following questions.

1.Some companies choose to pay dividends. Clearly list and explain one or more reasons for paying dividends. [Word limit: 50 words. Answers beyond the word limit will not be marked. Answers must be written in your own words.]

2.Certain companies choose not to pay dividends. Clearly list and explain two or more reasons for not paying dividends. [Word limit: 50 words. Answers beyond the word limit will not be marked. Answers must be written in your own words.]

3.Explain why some investors would prefer dividend-paying stocks and why some investors would invest in non-dividend paying stocks. [Word limit: 50 words. Answers beyond the word limit will not be marked. Answers must be written in your own words.]