Which of the Following Is Not Considered a Capital Component

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not considered a capital component for the purpose of calculating the weighted average cost of capital as it applies to capital budgeting?

• A) Long-term debt.
• B) Common stock.
• C) Accounts payable.
• D) Preferred stock.
• E) All of the above are considered capital components for WACC and capital budgeting purposes.

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Definitions:

Retained Earnings

The portion of net income that is retained by the company rather than distributed to its shareholders as dividends, accumulated over the company’s life.

Beginning Period

This refers to the starting point or the first date of a financial reporting period.

Expense Incurred

Costs that have been incurred by a business in the process of earning revenue, often recognized in the accounting period when they are incurred, regardless of when payment is made.