Suppose a Firm Has a Growth Rate Equal to 8

question 25

Multiple Choice

Suppose a firm has a growth rate equal to 8 percent, return on assets (ROA) of 10 percent, a debt ratio of 20 percent, and a current stock price of $36. The firm's return on equity (ROE) is:

• A)14.0%.
• B)12.5%.
• C)15.0%.
• D)2.5%.
• E)13.5%.

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