In Calculating the Cost of Common Stock Equity, the Model

question 45

Multiple Choice

In calculating the cost of common stock equity, the model having the stronger theoretical foundation is

• A) the constant growth model.
• B) the capital asset pricing model.
• C) the variable growth model.
• D) the Gordon model.

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