You Have the Following Data: R_RF = 4

question 63

Multiple Choice

You have the following data: r_RF = 4.00%; RP_M = 5.00%; and b = 1.15.What is the cost of equity from retained earnings based on the CAPM approach?

• A)9.75%
• B)10.04%
• C)10.34%
• D)10.65%

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