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Is there A profit from which the directors can pay a dividend to the shareholders? The company has had a history in the past of paying dividends each year of approximately 15% of the retained earnings of the company at the end of the year. 2. Does the company have a profit, and should the directors exercise their discretion and pay out the dividend of 15% to the shareholders? 3. If you recommend the directors pay a dividend how much would you recommend?