According to the Graph of WACC for Union Pacific, the Following

question 32

Multiple Choice

According to the graph of WACC for Union Pacific, the following is (are) true:
I. cost of equity is an increasing function of the debt-equity ratio.
II. cost of debt is an increasing function of the debt-equity ratio.
III. weighted average cost of capital (WACC) is a decreasing function of the debt-equity ratio.

• A) I only
• B) I and II only
• C) III only
• D) I, II and III

Recognize how noncontrolling interests are reported in the consolidated financial statements.

Analyze the impact of stock transactions on the parent company’s investment in a subsidiary.

Understand the concept of consolidated financial statements and the necessity for eliminating intra-entity transactions.

Calculate the consolidated cost of goods sold in the presence of intra-entity transactions.

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