Which of the Following Is a Capital Component for the Purpose

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a capital component for the purpose of calculating the weighted average cost of capital in capital budgeting?

• A) The after-tax cost of long-term debt
• B) The after-tax cost of common stock
• C) The after-tax cost of preferred stock
• D) The after-tax cost of retained earnings
• E) The after-tax cost of new equity

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