A Major Contribution of the Miller Model Is That It

question 13

Multiple Choice

A major contribution of the Miller model is that it demonstrates,other things held constant,that

• A) personal taxes increase the value of using corporate debt.
• B) personal taxes lower the value of using corporate debt.
• C) personal taxes have no effect on the value of using corporate debt.
• D) financial distress and agency costs reduce the value of using corporate debt.
• E) debt costs increase with financial leverage.

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Definitions:

Book Value

The net value of a company's assets minus its liabilities and preferred stock, often compared to its market value.

Operating Cash Flow

The cash generated from a company’s normal business operations, indicating its ability to generate sufficient revenue to maintain operations.

CCA Class

Categories within the Canadian tax system that determine the depreciation rate for tax purposes on tangible capital assets, based on the type of asset and its expected life.

Tax Rate

The rate at which a person or business is taxed by the government on their earnings or revenue.