The balance of the Retained Earnings account represents

a. profits of a company since the date of its beginning less any losses, dividends to stockholders, or transfers to contributed capital.
b. an excess of revenues over expenses for the most current operating period.
c. cash set aside for specific future uses.
d. cash available for daily operations.

A

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