Answer:
option (B) -2.50%
Explanation:
Data provided in the question:
Number is shares purchased = 30
Purchasing price = $20 per share
Dividend paid = $0.50 per share
Selling price of the shares = $19 per share
Now,
Total investment = 30 × $20
= $600
Total sales value = 30 × $19
= $570
Total dividend Received = 30 × $0.50
= $15
Thus,
Rate of Return from Investment
= [ { Sales - Investment + Dividend Received} ÷ Purchase Price] × 100%
= [ { $570 - $600 + $15 } ÷ $600] × 100 %
= [ -$15 ÷ $600 ] × 100 %
= - 2.50%
Hence,
The correct answer is option (B) -2.50%