A Firm Has Zero Debt in Its Capital Structure

question 31

Multiple Choice

A firm has zero debt in its capital structure. Its overall cost of capital is 8%. The firm is considering a new capital structure with 50% debt. The interest rate on the debt would be 5%. Assuming that the corporate tax rate is 40%, its cost of equity capital with the new capital structure would be?

• A) 9.8%
• B) 9.2%
• C) 11%
• D) None of the above

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Definitions:

Rhomboid Major

A skeletal muscle located in the upper back that connects the spine to the shoulder blade, aiding in retraction of the scapula.

Teres Minor

A small muscle of the rotator cuff that assists in the rotation and stabilization of the shoulder joint.

Tensor Fascia Lata

A muscle of the thigh that helps in stabilizing and moving the hip and knee, encased in the fascia lata tissue.

Iliopsoas

A major hip flexor muscle group, consisting of the iliacus and psoas major muscles, important for lifting the thigh and trunk stability.