The Optimal Capital Structure Occurs When

question 15

Multiple Choice

The optimal capital structure occurs when:

• A) additional borrowing results in lower financial distress costs.
• B) additional borrowing is offset by the interest tax shield.
• C) the tax savings from additional leverage are offset by the increased costs of distress.
• D)the present value of the tax shield exceeds the value of the all-equity-financed firm.

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