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question 34

Multiple Choice

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The Sisyphean Company has a bond outstanding with a face value of $1000 that reaches maturity in 15 years.The bond certificate indicates that the stated coupon rate for this bond is 8% and that the coupon payments are to be made semiannually.
-How much will each semiannual coupon payment be?

• A)$60
• B)$40
• C)$120
• D)$80

Calculate the required stock split to achieve a targeted share price.

Identify the effects of reverse stock splits on the number of shares outstanding.

Predict the new stock price after a stock split based on the previous price and expected market value increase.

Describe an optimal distribution policy for a firm in terms of maximizing stock price.

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