the common stock of alexander hamilton, inc.

The common stock of Alexander Hamilton Inc. is currently selling at $120 per share. The directors wish to reduce the share price and increase share volume prior to a new issue. The per share par value is $10; book value is $70 per share. Nine million shares are issued and outstanding. Instructions Prepare the necessary journal entries assuming the following. The board votes a 2-for-l stock split. The board votes a 100% stock dividend. Briefly discuss the accounting and securities market differences between these two methods of increasing the number of shares outstanding