The retained earnings of Volga plc at 1 March 2020 were £450,550. The retained earnings at 28 Febuary 2021 were £875,000. The pofit for the year is £581,450. What was the total dividend paid by Volga plc during the year?

The retained earnings of Volga plc at 1 March 2020 were £450,550. The retained earnings at 28 Febuary 2021 were £875,000. The pofit for the year is £581,450. What was the total dividend paid by Volga plc during the year?

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