The number of shares sold to stockholders
A)authorized shares
B)issued shares
C)outstanding shares
D)par value
E)common stock
F)preferred stock
G)Paid-In Capital in Excess of Par
H)transfer agent

Issued Shares

Represents the total number of shares that have been allocated by a corporation and are held by shareholders, including both public investors and company officers or insiders.

Stockholders' Equity

The remaining stake in a company's assets once all debts are subtracted, indicating the shareholders' ownership claim.

Authorized Shares

The maximum number of shares that a corporation is legally allowed to issue, as specified in its charter.