While Rogue Corporation has been in business for over 50 years,newly developed products pushed the firm's year-over-year growth rate to 35% during the latest three years.The firm is proud of its history of paying dividends,but the vigorous recent growth of the firm has left it cash challenged.Which of the following policies/procedures would you consider best under the circumstances?
A) Borrow long-term to pay the current dividend.
B) Look seriously for a merger partner.
C) Enter into a long-term stock repurchase program.
D) Substitute a stock dividend for the current cash dividend.

Question

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Substituting a stock dividend for the current cash dividend allows the company to maintain its dividend policy without exacerbating its cash flow challenges, which is suitable for a company experiencing rapid growth but facing liquidity constraints.

While Rogue Corporation Has Been in Business for Over 50