A Common Share Just Paid a Dividend of D0 =

question 18

Multiple Choice

A common share just paid a dividend of D0 = $1.75. The required rate of return is rs = 12.0%, and the constant growth rate is g = 4.0%. What is the current share price?

• A) $21.09
• B) $21.63
• C) $22.18
• D) $22.75

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