On their books, Boston Enterprises has $$3\mathrm{.}4$ billion in paid$-$in capital and $$1\mathrm{.}8$ billion in retained earnings. What is the maximum amount that Boston Enterprises could consider paying in dividends to stockholders, assuming they have the cash on hand?

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$$1\mathrm{.}6$ billion

$$3\mathrm{.}4$ billion

$$1\mathrm{.}8$ billion

$$5\mathrm{.}2$ billion