Question - The following information applies to Benson Company for 2014:
• Stock market price, December 31, 2014: $50
• Common shares outstanding, December 31, 2014: 100,000
• Net Income for year 2014: $400,000
• Retained Earnings January 1, 2014: $100,000
On December 31, 2014, Benson decides to pay the maximum amount it can in dividends to its shareholders. What is the dividend yield ratio?