The Trade-Off Between the Present and Future Consumption Is Measured

question 375

Multiple Choice

The trade-off between the present and future consumption is measured by

• A) the money cost of both the present and future consumption.
• B) the foregone present consumption.
• C) the difference between the money price of future goods and the money cost of producing them.
• D) the difference between the money price of present goods and the money cost of producing them.

Understand the impact of risk aversion and investment financing options on the required rate of return.

Describe the relationship between dividend growth rates and the cost of external equity capital.

Understand the differences between the cost of debt and the cost of equity and their implications for the WACC.

Comprehend how corporate tax rates influence the after-tax cost of debt and WACC.

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