Which of the following is the best description of the goal of the financial manger in a corporation where shares are actively traded?
1. increase earnings per share
2. maximize the market efficiency of the firm
3. maximize the market value of common shares
4. pay dividents at the highest level possible
5. maximize market share
a. 2 only
b. 1 and 3
c. 2 and 3
d. 1 and 4
e. 1,2,3,4 and 5