A Firm Should Select the Capital Structure That

question 73

Multiple Choice

A firm should select the capital structure that:

• A) produces the highest cost of capital.
• B) maximizes the value of the firm.
• C) minimizes taxes.
• D) is fully unlevered.
• E) equates the value of debt with the value of equity.

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Definitions:

Wage Rate

The amount of compensation an employee receives per unit of time or output, typically expressed per hour or piece.

Budget Equation

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Leisure

Leisure refers to the time available to an individual when not engaged in work, when one can relax, engage in recreational activities or hobbies.

Nonlabor Income

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