The Index Model Has Been Estimated for Stocks a and B

question 16

Multiple Choice

The index model has been estimated for stocks A and B with the following results:R_A = 0.03 + 0.7R_M + e_A. R_B = 0.01 + 0.9R_M + e_B.
Σ_M = 0.35; σ(e_A) = 0.20; σ(e_B) = 0.10.
The covariance between the returns on stocks A and B is

• A) 0.0384.
• B) 0.0406.
• C) 0.1920.
• D) 0.0772.
• E) 0.4000.

Apply the concept of weighted average cost of capital (WACC) and understand its components and computation.

Understand how to calculate the weighted average cost of capital (WACC) and its components.

Grasp the impact of flotation costs on the cost of financing.

Learn the concepts of the marginal cost of capital (MCC) and the investment schedule breakpoint.

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