How Much Debt Is Outstanding If the Present Value of a Perpetual

question 19

Multiple Choice

How much debt is outstanding if the present value of a perpetual tax shield is $300,000,the tax rate is 35% and the interest rate on the debt is 10%?

• A) $300,000
• B) $857,143
• C) $3,000,000
• D) $3,750,000

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