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question 98

Multiple Choice

Use the information for the question(s) below.
Aardvark Industries is considering a project that will generate the following free cash flows: You are also provided with the following market value balance sheet and information regarding Aardvark's cost of capital:
-Aardvark's unlevered cost of equity is closest to:

• A)10.0%.
• B)10.4%.
• C)9.5%.
• D)9.0%.

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Definitions:

Closing Rate

The exchange rate at the balance sheet date used to convert foreign currency denominated financial statements into the presentation currency.

Functional Currency

The currency of the primary economic environment in which an entity operates, typically used in its financial reporting.

Historical Cost

The original monetary value of an asset or investment at the time of its purchase, not adjusted for inflation or other factors over time.

Current Rate Method

In accounting, a method for converting the financial statements of a foreign subsidiary to the parent company's currency by applying the current exchange rate to all assets, liabilities, equity, income, and expenses.