What Is the After-Tax Cost of Preferred Stock That Sells

question 32

Multiple Choice

What is the after-tax cost of preferred stock that sells for $10 per share and offers a $1.20 dividend when the tax rate is 35%?

• A) 4.20%
• B) 7.80%
• C) 8.33%
• D)12.00%

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