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question 69

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Luther Industries has no debt and expects to generate free cash flows of $48 million each year.Luther believes that if it permanently increases its level of debt to $100 million,the risk of financial distress may cause it to lose some customers and receive less favorable terms from its suppliers.As a result,Luther's expected free cash flows with debt will be only $44 million per year.Suppose Luther's tax rate is 21%,the risk-free rate is 6%,the expected return of the market is 14%,and the beta of Luther's free cash flows is 1.25 (with or without leverage) .
-The value of Luther without leverage is closest to:

• A)$315 million.
• B)$300 million.
• C)$205 million.
• D)$340 million.

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Definitions:

Beginning Inventory

The valuation of inventory available for transaction at the start of an accounting timeframe.

Cost of Goods Sold

The financial outlays directly connected with creating the products a company sells, which entail materials and labor.

Purchases Returns and Allowances

Transactions involving the return of goods to suppliers or receiving discounts due to issues like damaged goods, leading to a reduction in purchase costs.

Merchandise Inventory

The goods a company holds in stock with the intention of selling them as part of its business operations.