The Static Theory of Capital Structure States That fiRms Borrow

question 83

Multiple Choice

The static theory of capital structure states that firms borrow up to the point where the tax benefit of one additional dollar of debt is equal to the marginal cost of:

• A) Sales.
• B) Equity.
• C) Financial distress.
• D) Leverage.
• E) Financial capital.

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