Use the Following Information to Answer the Question(s)below

question 76

Multiple Choice

Use the following information to answer the question(s) below.
Luther Industries has 25 million shares outstanding trading at $18 per share.In addition,Luther has $150 million in outstanding debt.Suppose Luther's equity cost of capital is 13%,its debt cost of capital is 7%,and the corporate tax rate is 40%.
-Luther's weighted average cost of capital is closest to:

• A)9.8%
• B)10.8%
• C)11.5%
• D)13.0%

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Corporation

A legal entity separate from its owners, with rights and responsibilities, capable of entering contracts, suing, and being sued.

Business Segment

A division within a company that generates revenues and incurs expenses related to different products, services, or geographic areas.

Financial Results

The outcome of a company's activities in monetary terms, typically expressed in terms of revenue, profit, or loss over a specific period.

Discontinued Segment

A part of a business that has been sold off, shut down, or is no longer operating as a distinct unit.