J&J Tools Pays No Dividend at the Present Time

question 208

Multiple Choice

J&J Tools pays no dividend at the present time. The company plans to start paying an annual dividend in the amount of $.25 a share for 3 years commencing next year. After the 3 years, the company plans on paying a constant $1 a share dividend indefinitely. How much are you willing to pay to buy a share of this stock if your required return is 13%?

• A) $4.72
• B) $4.99
• C) $5.45
• D) $5.92
• E) $6.35

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