Use the Table for the Question(s) Below

question 51

Multiple Choice

Use the table for the question(s) below.
Consider the following balance sheet:

-If in 2006 Luther has 10.2 million shares outstanding and these shares are trading at $16 per share,then using the market value of equity,the debt to equity ratio for Luther in 2006 is closest to:

• A) 1.71
• B) 1.78
• C) 2.31
• D) 2.35

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Definitions:

Debenture

A debt security issued by a corporation that may or may not have specific assets of the corporation pledged as security for payment.

Lien

With respect to goods, it is the right to retain the goods until payment is made.

Mortgagee

The lender or financial institution in a mortgage agreement, who holds the mortgage as a security for the loan provided to the borrower.

Construction Lien

A legal claim against a property by a contractor or subcontractor for unpaid work or materials.