If a Firm Has a Required Rate of Return Equal

question 5

Multiple Choice

If a firm has a required rate of return equal to the ROE,

• A) the firm can increase market price and P/E by retaining more earnings.
• B) the firm can increase market price and P/E by increasing the growth rate.
• C) the amount of earnings retained by the firm does not affect market price or the P/E.
• D) the firm can increase market price and P/E by retaining more earnings and increasing the growth rate.
• E) None of the options are correct.

Understand lessor accounting and the difference between sales-type and operating leases.

Grasp the concept and implications of executory costs in lease agreements.

Calculate lease amortization and understand the role of residual values.

Apply knowledge of capital lease criteria in various scenarios.

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