What Is the Cost of Retained Earnings for East Roon

question 6

Multiple Choice

What is the cost of retained earnings for East Roon, if the firm is expected to always pay a constant dividend of $2.22? The firm's common stock is presently selling for $18.50.

• A)8.3%
• B)12.0%
• C)10.2%
• D)Cannot be determined from the information given

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