The Effect of Financial Leverage on the Performance of the Firm

question 78

Multiple Choice

The effect of financial leverage on the performance of the firm depends on:

• A) The rate of return on equity
• B) The firm's level of operating income
• C) The current market value of the debt
• D) The rate of dividend growth

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