What Is the Present Value of the Tax Shields for a Firm

question 29

Multiple Choice

What is the present value of the tax shields for a firm that anticipates a perpetual debt level of $10 million at an interest rate of 7% and a tax rate of 35%?

• A)$245,000
• B)$700,000
• C)$3,500,000
• D)$10,000,000 PV tax shield =

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