The Capital Structure Weights Which Are Used to Compute a fiRm's

question 24

Multiple Choice

The capital structure weights which are used to compute a firm's weighted average cost of capital are based on the:

• A) Relative book values of the firm's debt and equity.
• B) Total face value of the outstanding debt and the book value of the firm's equity.
• C) Total face value of the outstanding debt and the market value of the firm's equity.
• D) Market value of both the firm's debt and its equity.
• E) Historical average debt-equity ratio of the firm.

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Definitions:

Acquisition

The act of obtaining control of another company by purchasing its shares or assets.

Merger

The act of amalgamating two distinct entities into a single organization, often aimed at enhancing competitive position and operational efficiency.

Acquiring Firm

A firm that acquires or gains control over another business by means of a merger, acquisition, or takeover.

Parent

The controlling company in a group of companies, which owns a controlling interest in one or more subsidiaries.