Which One of the Following Statements Is Correct About a Corporation

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements is correct about a corporation in the 35% tax bracket that can invest either in a bond paying 8% interest or in the preferred stock of another corporation that pays a 6% dividend? Ignore any differences in risk.

• A) The preferred stock should be selected because its after-tax yield is 0.17% higher.
• B) The preferred stock should be selected because its after-tax yield is 0.80% higher.
• C) The bond should be selected because its after-tax yield is 0.17% lower.
• D) The bond should be selected because its after-tax yield is 1.3% higher.

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Definitions:

Credit Analysis

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Credit Period

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