Which of the Following Statements Is Most Correct

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is most correct?

• A) The weighted average cost of capital for a given capital budget level is a weighted average of the marginal cost of each relevant component that makes up the firm's target capital structure.
• B) The weighted average cost of capital is calculated on a before-tax basis.
• C) An increase in the risk-free rate is likely to increase the marginal cost of both debt and equity financing.
• D) Answers a and c are both correct.
• E) All of the above answers are correct.

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Definitions:

Transtheoretical Model

A psychological model that assesses an individual's readiness to enact behavioral change at various stages.

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Perceived Behavioral Control

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