Which of the Following Statements Is Correct

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct?

• A) The optimal dividend policy is the one that satisfies the shareholders because they supply the firm's capital.
• B) The use of debt financing has no effect on earnings per share (EPS) or share price.
• C) The riskiness of projected EPS depends upon how the firm is financed.
• D) Share price is dependent on the projected EPS and the use of debt but not on the timing of the earnings stream.
• E) Dividend policy is one aspect of the firm's financial policy that is determined directly by the shareholders.

Comprehend the relationship between the market capitalization rate, the plowback ratio, and the P/E ratio.

Analyze the impact of changing growth rates on dividend payout and stock pricing.

Understand the concept of the required rate of return and its impact on stock valuation.

Comprehend the factors influencing P/E ratios and their implications on stock performance.

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