Assess the validity of the decision process for distribution policy and dividend policy. Describe all the factors which influence this decision process in question. Compare and contrast the differences between a stock dividend and a stock split. Assume that you are a stockholder in a company. Find out whether you would prefer to see the company which you researched declare a 100% stock dividend or declare a 2-for-1 split. Give support for your answer with one real-world illustration of your preference.