The Results of Strategies That Cannot Pass the Test of Moral

question 36

Multiple Choice

The results of strategies that cannot pass the test of moral scrutiny often are manifested in

• A) sharp drops in stock prices and lower dividends.
• B) devastating public relations hits.
• C) sizable fines.
• D) criminal indictment and convictions of company executives.
• E) All of these choices are correct.

Comprehend the effect of leverage on the cost of equity according to M&M Proposition II with no taxes.

Grasp the impact of debt financing on a firm's value and the cost of capital when taxes are considered.

Recognize the difference between business risk and financial risk, and their determinants.

Understand how the optimal capital structure minimizes the weighted average cost of capital (WACC) and maximizes firm value.

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