Use TheUse the Firm Has Only Been Listed on the Stock

question 96

Multiple Choice

Use theUse the firm has only been listed on the stock exchange for a short time,you do not have an accurate assessment of Nielson's equity beta.However,you do have the following data for another firm in the same industry: Nielson has a much lower debt-equity ratio of .5,which is expected to remain stable,and Nielson's debt is risk free.Nielson's corporate tax rate is 21%,the risk-free rate is 5%,and the expected return on the market portfolio is 10%.
-Nielson's equity cost of capital is closest to:

• A)11.3%.
• B)12.2%.
• C)14.0%.
• D)14.4%.

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Definitions:

Equity Theory

A special case of social exchange theory that defines a relationship as equitable when the ratio of inputs to outcomes are seen to be the same by both partners.

Distributive Justice

The fairness of the outcome of a decision.

Egalitarian

Pertaining to or based on the principle that all people are equal and deserve equal rights and opportunities.

Desirable Personality

A set of personality traits that are broadly attractive to others, often including traits like kindness, honesty, humor, and empathy.