alleryStart learning →Retained earnings are a component of
Aowners' equity
Bcurrent liabilities
Clong-term debt
Dpreference capital
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. owners' equity
Profits kept in the business are owners' funds, so they form part of equity.
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