Buying stock gives you a share of ownership in the company that issues the stock. Stock investments are risky because stock prices can fall rapidly if the business suffers a loss or if the stock market crashes because of poor economic conditions. So, it’s important to thoroughly research stocks before investing in them. Let’s say you plan to invest in a company’s stock. Choose a company or brand of your choice. You could think of a product (such as clothes) or a service (such as restaurants) that you use frequently to help guide your selection. Research online to find the information you need to answer the following questions.

Part A
Using the stock information found during your research, complete the table.