A Firm Is Paying an Annual Dividend of $3

question 20

Multiple Choice

A firm is paying an annual dividend of $3.63 for its preferred stock which is selling for $62.70.There is a selling cost of $3.30.What is the after tax cost of preferred stock if the firm's tax rate is 33%?

• A) 2.02%
• B) 4.09%
• C) 5.79%
• D) 6.11%

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