A Firm Has 3,500 Bonds Outstanding with a Face Value

question 7

Multiple Choice

A firm has 3,500 bonds outstanding with a face value of $1,000 each and a coupon rate of 8.5%.The interest is paid semi-annually.What is the amount of the annual interest tax shield if the tax rate is 40%?

• A)$81,600
• B)$90,100
• C)$101,200
• D)$119,000
• E)$122,000

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Definitions:

Absorption Costing

An accounting method that includes both variable and fixed manufacturing overhead costs in the cost of a product.

Cost-plus Pricing

A pricing strategy where the selling price is determined by adding a specific markup to a product's cost.

Return on Investment

A financial metric used to evaluate the efficiency or profitability of an investment, calculated by dividing net profit by the investment's cost.

Markup

A markup on the base cost of goods intended to cover the expenses of operation and ensure a profit margin.