How Much Cash Flow Before Tax and Interest Is Necessary

question 75

Multiple Choice

How much cash flow before tax and interest is necessary to support a project that requires $4 million annually for equity investors and $2 million annually in interest payments if the firm's tax rate is 35%?

• A) $7.40 million
• B) $8.10 million
• C) $8.15 million
• D)$8.85 million

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