Investors Typically Accept a Lower Risk-Adjusted Rate of Return on Debt

question 51

Multiple Choice

Investors typically accept a lower risk-adjusted rate of return on debt capital than on equity capital because:

• A) debt is typically less risky because fixed claims bear less residual risk than equity claims.
• B) equity bears less residual risk than debt.
• C) equity capital costs are tax deductible.
• D) the yield to maturity on equity is inversely related to its market value.

Comprehend the effect of sample size changes on statistical test outcomes.

Interpret the meaning of p-values in hypothesis testing.

Differentiate between different levels of confidence in confidence interval estimation.

Understand the concepts and application of hypothesis testing including identifying null and alternative hypotheses.

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