An investor purchased 500 shares of common stock, $25 par, for $21,750. Subsequently, 100 shares were sold for $49.50 per share. What is the amount of gain or loss on the sale?

A) $12,750 gain
B) $600 gain
C) $600 loss
D) $9,250 loss

Common Stock

Common stock represents ownership shares in a corporation, giving shareholders voting rights and a residual claim on the corporate earnings in the form of dividends.

Par

The face value of a security or bond, which is the amount paid back to the investor when the security or bond matures.

Gain Or Loss

The financial result from the difference between the selling price and the purchase cost of an asset.