For reduction of capital, the securities premium account is treated as if it were what?
AA long-term liability
BDistributable profit
CCapital redemption reserve
DPaid-up share capital
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Paid-up share capital
The Act applies share capital reduction rules to the premium account as though it were paid-up capital.
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