The Interest Tax Shield Is a Key Reason Why

question 35

Multiple Choice

The interest tax shield is a key reason why:

• A)the required rate of return on assets rises when debt is added to the capital structure.
• B)the value of an unlevered firm is equal to the value of a levered firm.
• C)the net cost of debt to a firm is generally less than the cost of equity.
• D)the cost of debt is equal to the cost of equity for a levered firm.
• E)firms prefer equity financing over debt financing.

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Definitions:

Merchandise Inventory

Goods that a company holds for the purpose of selling to customers in the ordinary course of business.

Monthly Depreciation

The portion of a fixed asset's cost allocated as an expense over a single month, reflecting the asset's decrease in value over time.

Accounts Payable

Accounts Payable is the amount of money owed by a business to its suppliers or creditors for goods and services purchased on credit.

Production Costs

The combined expenses associated with manufacturing a product, including labor, materials, and overhead costs.