Mid-States Utility Company Just Issued a $3

question 42

Multiple Choice

Mid-States Utility Company just issued a $3.20 cumulative preferred stock at a price to the public of $30 a share. The flotation costs were $1.50 a share, and the issue will be retired in 20 years at its $30 par value. What is the cost of this preferred issue?

• A) 11.3%
• B) 10.3%
• C) 10.7%
• D) 11.6%

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Definitions:

Percentage of Sales Method

A financial forecasting model that predicts future sales based on historical sales data.

Matching Principle

An accounting concept that dictates expenses should be recorded in the same period as the revenues they help to generate, ensuring accurate financial reporting.

Uncollectible Receivables

Debts owed to a company that are considered unlikely to be paid and are thus written off as a loss.

Notes Receivable

Claims against debtors created through formal instruments of credit that serve as proof of intent to pay.