Which of the Following Is NOT a Factor Offsetting the Tax

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a factor offsetting the tax advantage of debt as a source of financing?

• A) increased agency costs
• B) increased probability of financial distress (bankruptcy) due to fixed interest payments
• C) alternative tax shields to those supplied by interest payments
• D) All of the above offset the tax advantage of debt as a source of financing.

Interpret the impact of changes in current assets and liabilities on cash flows.

Recognize the treatment of non-cash transactions in the statement of cash flows.

Evaluate the financial health and performance through analysis of the statement of cash flows.

Understand how dividends and interest affect cash flows and their classification.

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