Which of the Following Statements Is Correct

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct?

• A) As a rule,the optimal capital structure is found by determining the debt-equity mix that maximizes expected EPS.
• B) The optimal capital structure simultaneously maximizes EPS and minimizes the WACC.
• C) The optimal capital structure minimizes the cost of equity,which is a necessary condition for maximizing the stock price.
• D) The optimal capital structure simultaneously minimizes the cost of debt,the cost of equity,and the WACC.
• E) Each of the above statements is false.

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Definitions:

Incremental Effect

The impact of a particular decision on a company's finances, considering only the changes that directly result from the decision.

Net Income

The total profit of a company after all expenses and taxes have been deducted from revenues.

Fixed Expenses

Costs that do not change in total regardless of changes in the level of business activity or volume.

Annual Cash Inflow

The total amount of money being received into a business from all sources over the course of a year.