A Firm Is Paying an Annual Dividend of $2

question 38

Multiple Choice

A firm is paying an annual dividend of $2.65 for its preferred stock that is selling for $57.00. There is a selling cost of $3.30. What is the after-tax cost of preferred stock if the firm's tax rate is 33%?

• A) 3.30%
• B) 4.93%
• C) 5.79%
• D) 6.11%

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