Loiselle Graphics recently announced a 3-for-1 stock split. Prior to the split, the company's stock was trading at $90 per share. The split had no effect on the wealth of the company's investors. What will be the new stock price?
A) $270
B) $ 45
C) $180
D) $ 60
E) $ 30

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In a 3-for-1 stock split, each share is divided into three shares, reducing the price per share by a third. Therefore, the new stock price will be $90 / 3 = $30.

Loiselle Graphics Recently Announced a 3-For-1 Stock Split