With regard to stock dividends, all of the following statements are correct except: a. Stock dividends are distributions made by a corporation of its own stock. b. In computing basis for new stock received as a result of a nontaxable dividend, it is immaterial whether the stock received is identical or not to the old stock. c. If a stock dividend is taxable, the basis of the old stock does not change. d. If a stock dividend is not taxable, a division must be made in the basis between the old and new stock.

Which of the following best describes biochemical evidence that would not support the modern concept of evolution? a. a bacterium that uses inorganic materials to produce energy b. an organism that does not undergo cellular respiration c. a species of bacteria that is capable of photosynthesis d. an organism that undergoes both aerobic and anaerobic respiration

Which of the following is likely not a benefit of requiring a grand jury to listen to and examine all of the evidence against a person suspected of committing a serious crime and then independently deciding whether or not to hand down an indictment? 1.the grand jury system provides the accused another safeguard against being sent to trial and facing conviction based on flawed evidence. 2.the members of the grand jury are drawn from the community and are empowered to render independent decisions about whether or not the government has collected enough evidence to bring an individual to trial. 3.the grand jury’s decision can provide prosecutors insight into what is necessary to build a sufficient case if a similar crime is presented later. 4.the grand jury is impaneled to rubber-stamp prosecutors’ cases, which makes it possible for more cases to reach trial.

How is a federal loan different from a private loan for an education? a federal loan is available for any student who meets the government's lending standards. a private loan is only available for students who show a need. a federal loan is only available for students who show a need. a private loan is available for any student who meets the bank's lending standards. a federal loan can only be used to pay for a student's tuition. a private loan can be used to pay for a student's tuition and any other expenses. a federal loan can be used to pay for a student's tuition and any other expenses. a private loan can only be used to pay for a student's tuition.