Why is the distinction between contributed capital (paid-in capital) and retained earnings important?

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Why is the distinction between contributed capital (paid-in capital) and retained earnings important?

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Intermediate Accounting

ISBN: 978-0470616314

IFRS edition volume 2

Authors: Donald E. Kieso, Jerry J. Weygandt, Terry D. Warfield

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