For a Typical Corporation,which of the Following Capital Structures Will

question 48

Multiple Choice

For a typical corporation,which of the following capital structures will result in the lowest weighted average cost of capital?

• A) 40% debt, 20% preferred stock, 40% common equity
• B) 50% debt, 10% preferred stock, 40% common equity
• C) 60% debt, 10% preferred stock, 30% common equity
• D) 60% debt, 15% preferred stock, 25% common equity

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