If a Firm Has Current Earnings Per Share of $2

question 103

Multiple Choice

If a firm has current earnings per share of $2 and a degree of financial leverage of 4, a 10% increase in sales would result in earnings per share of:

• A) $2.80
• B) $8
• C) $2.20
• D) cannot tell from this information

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Definitions:

Common Share

A type of equity ownership in a corporation, representing a claim on part of the company’s profits and assets.

Rights Offering

A provision allowing existing shareholders to purchase additional shares at a discount before the stock is offered to the public.

Subscription Price

The fixed price at which shares can be bought as part of a rights issue or initial offering, determined by the issuing company.