In the Theoretical World of Miller and Modigliani, ____

question 40

Multiple Choice

In the theoretical world of Miller and Modigliani, ____.

• A) a firm should pay out 100% of earnings as dividends to maximize shareholder wealth
• B) the marginal tax rates facing investors are the most important single determinant of dividend policy
• C) dividends are important only for their informational content
• D) dividends reduce investors' uncertainty

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Per Capita Energy

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Economically Efficient

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Single Energy Source

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