Which of the Following Best Defines the Term Return on Equity

question 164

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best defines the term return on equity (ROE) ?

• A) The weighted average of the costs of debt and equity.
• B) Net income after interest and taxes divided by average common shareholders' equity.
• C) Use of a WACC that is unique to a particular project.
• D) Performance measure based on WACC.
• E) Base case net present value of a project's operating cash flows plus present value of any financing benefits.

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Definitions:

Fair Value

The price at which an asset or liability could be exchanged between willing parties in an arm's length transaction.

Treasury Stock

Stock that was issued and later reacquired by the issuing company, reducing the amount of outstanding stock on the open market.

Shareholders' Equity

The residual interest in the assets of a company after deducting all its liabilities, representing what the shareholders own outright.

Loan Agreement

A contract between a borrower and a lender outlining the terms of a loan, including details about repayment, interest rates, and the duration of the loan.