People who buy stock in a corporation such as General Electric become
A.
creditors of General Electric, so the benefits of holding the stock depend on General Electric's profits.
B.
creditors of General Electric, but the benefits of holding the stock do not depend on General Electric's profits.
C.
part owners of General Electric, so the benefits of holding the stock depend on General Electric's profits.
D.
part owners of General Electric, but the benefits of holding the stock do not depend on General Electric's profits.