What Is the WACC for a Firm Using 55% Equity

question 34

Multiple Choice

What is the WACC for a firm using 55% equity with a required return of 15%, 35% debt with a required return of 8%, 10% preferred stock with a required return of 10%, and a tax rate of 35%?

• A) 10.72%
• B) 11.07%
• C) 11.70%
• D)12.05%

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Definitions:

LSD Method

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Blocking Variable

A variable used in experimental design to account for potential variation across experimental units, thereby reducing the impact of confounding variables.

Dosage Level

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