Answer:
option (D) 42.38%
Explanation:
Data provided in the question:
Dividend paid = $3.40
Purchase price of stock = $47.00
Selling price = $63.52
Now,
Realized Return
= [ Selling price - Purchase Price + dividend ] ÷ Purchase Price
= [ $63.52 - $47.00 + $3.40 ] ÷ $47.00
= [ $16.52 + $3.40 ] ÷ $47.00
= $19.92 ÷ $47
= 0.4238
or
= 0.4238 × 100%
= 42.38%
Hence,
The correct answer is option (D) 42.38%