A Firm Has Zero Debt in Its Capital Structure

question 25

Multiple Choice

A firm has zero debt in its capital structure. Its overall cost of capital is 10%. The firm is considering a new capital structure with 60% debt. The interest rate on the debt would be 8%. Assuming there are no taxes its cost of equity capital with the new capital structure would be:

• A) 8%
• B) 16%
• C) 13%
• D) 10%
• E) None of the above
• RE = 10 + (60/40)(10 - 8) = 10 + 3 = 13

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