Incentive Corporation was authorized to issue 12,000 shares of common stock, each with a $2 par value. During its firstyear, the following selected transactions were completed:a. Issued 5,500 shares of common stock for cash at $20 per share.b. Issued 1,500 shares of common stock for cash at $23 per share.4. Incentive Corporation has $45,000 in the company's bank account. At year-end, the accounts reflected a profit of $100. What is themaximum amount of cash dividends the company can declare and distribute?Maximum amount of cash dividends$100

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