Which of the following can be calculated for a given period as (net cash flow from operating activities minus preferred stock dividends) divided by the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding?
A) Cash burn rate
B) Earnings per share
C) Cash flow per share
D) Free cash flow
E) Earnings before income taxes

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Cash flow per share is calculated by taking the net cash flow from operating activities, subtracting preferred stock dividends, and then dividing by the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding. This metric provides investors with a measure of how much cash flow the company generated per share of common stock, offering a perspective on the company's financial health and performance beyond what earnings per share can provide.

Which of the Following Can Be Calculated for a Given