Which Statement Is True

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true?

• A)An increase in the market value of preferred stock will increase a firm's weighted average cost of capital.
• B)The cost of preferred stock is unaffected by the issuer's tax rate.
• C)Preferred stock is generally the cheapest source of capital for a firm.
• D)The cost of preferred stock remains constant from year to year.
• E)Preferred stock is valued using the capital asset pricing model.

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