The Optimal Capital Structure of a Firm

question 54

Multiple Choice

The optimal capital structure of a firm

• A)will remain constant over time unless the firm makes an acquisition.
• B)is unaffected by changes in the financial markets.
• C)will be the same for all firms in the same industry.
• D)places more emphasis on the operations than on the financing of the firm.
• E)will vary over time as taxes and market conditions change.

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Definitions:

Equality Matching

A type of social relation and fairness concept where individuals expect to receive benefits proportional to what they contribute.

Community Sharing

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