Although Hargrove Co

question 57

Multiple Choice

Although Hargrove Co. makes enough money to pay for everything it needs, it still chooses to have some debt and pay a larger portion of retained earnings back to the stockholders. What is likely the best explanation for this decision?

• A) Reduced interest rate
• B) Financial leverage
• C) Return multiplier
• D) Equity leverage
• E) Debt multiplier

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