Preference shares carry a preferential right to dividend at:
ANo dividend ever paid
BThe highest rate declared
CAny rate the Board likes
DA fixed rate or amount
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. A fixed rate or amount
The Explanation to Section 43 describes the dividend preference as a fixed amount or an amount at a fixed rate.
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