The Market Value and Book Value of Visual Image Inc

question 86

Multiple Choice

The market value and book value of Visual Image Inc.'s outstanding 2 million common shares are $60 million and $30 million, respectively.The company's recent net profit was $3,500,000.What is the company's sustainable dividend growth rate if it uses a dividend payout ratio of 60.0%?

• A)2.33%
• B)3.50%
• C)4.67%
• D)7.00%

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Market Irrationality

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Market Rate of Return

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