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The stockholders equity accounts of Miley Corporation on January 1, 2014, were as follows. Preferred Stock (7%, $100 par noncumulative, 5,000 shares authorized) $300,000 Common Stock ($4 stated value, 300,000 shares authorized) 1,000,000 Paid-in Capital in Excess of Par ValuePreferred Stock 15,000 Paid-in Capital in Excess of Stated ValueCommon Stock 480000 Retained Earnings 688,000 Treasury Stock(5,00 common shares) 40,000 During 2014, the corporation had the following transactions and events pertaining to its stockholders equity. Feb. 1 Issued 5,000 shares of common stock for $30,000. Mar. 20 Purchased 1,000 additional shares of common treasury stock at $7 per share. Oct. 1 Declared a 7% cash dividend on preferred stock, payable November 1. Nov. 1 Paid the dividend declared on October 1. Dec. 1 Declared a $0.50 per share cash dividend to common stockholders of record on December 15, payable December 31, 2014. Dec. 31 Determined that net income for the year was $280,000. Paid the dividend declared on December 1.

D) calculate the payout ratio,earning per share and the return on common stockholds equity *(note use common shares outstanding in 1/1 & 12/31 to determine average shares out standing)

I think I am doing something wrong on part (D).... Please advise

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