Which of the Following Amounts Is Closest to What Should

question 108

Multiple Choice

Which of the following amounts is closest to what should be paid for Ryan common stock? Ryan has just paid a dividend of $1.75.These dividends are expected to grow at a rate of 5% in the foreseeable future.The risk of this company suggests that future cash flows should be discounted at a rate of 12%.

• A)$18.75
• B)$19.50
• C)$22.50
• D)$26.25
• E)None of the above.

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