The Next Year's Net Income of Byron Corporation Is Projected

question 26

Multiple Choice

The next year's net income of Byron Corporation is projected to be $21,000, and its payout ratio is 30 percent. Its target capital structure is 40 percent debt and 60 percent common equity. What is the retained earnings break point?

• A) $35,000
• B) $24,500
• C) $6,300
• D) $12,600
• E) $8,400

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