What is the difference between a dividend and a capital gain?

Option A

Dividends are paid out in cash, while capital gains are realized when a stock is sold for a profit.

Option B

Capital gains are paid out in cash, while dividends are realized when a stock is sold for a profit.

Option C

Dividends are guaranteed payments to shareholders, while capital gains are the profit from selling a stock for more than the purchase price.

Option D

None of the above