Which of the following are common reasons for why a particular company would buy back its own stock? (check all that apply) Select one or more a. To increase the number of shares outstanding. b. To decrease earnings per share. C. To satisfy employee stock ownership plans. d. To raise the market price of its stock. e. To increase earnings per share. O f. To decrease the par value per share g. To distribute excess cash to existing stockholders without paying them a dividend. h. To decrease the market price of its stock