The Outstanding Bonds of Tech Express Are Priced at $1,023

question 83

Multiple Choice

The outstanding bonds of Tech Express are priced at $1,023 and mature in 13 years. These bonds have a face value of $1,000, a coupon rate of 6.5 percent, and pay interest semiannually. The tax rate is 21 percent. What is the aftertax cost of debt?

• A) 4.28 percent
• B) 4.22 percent
• C) 4.35 percent
• D) 4.93 percent
• E) 4.41 percent 

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