Which statement about the "ex-dividend date" is correct?
A)The ex-dividend date relates only to shares that are publicly traded.
B)An investor who buys shares before the ex-dividend date does not have the right to receive a dividend that has been declared.
C)The ex-dividend date will occur after the record date.
D)An investor who buys shares on or after the ex-dividend date has the right to receive a dividend that has been declared.

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The ex-dividend date is relevant to publicly traded shares as it determines who is eligible to receive the declared dividend.

Which Statement About the "Ex-Dividend Date" Is Correct