A Firm Has $20 Million in Equity and $20 Million

question 9

Multiple Choice

A firm has $20 million in equity and $20 million of debt, it pays dividends of 20% of net income, and has a net income of $5 million. What is the firm's sustainable growth rate?

• A) 18%
• B) 19%
• C) 20%
• D) 21%

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Definitions:

Market Failures

Occur when the market does not allocate resources efficiently on its own, leading to a loss of economic welfare.

Government Role

The activities undertaken by a government, including regulation, taxation, and public services provision, to guide and support the economy.

Economic Profits

The surplus after all costs, including opportunity costs, have been subtracted from total revenues.

Resource Reallocation

The process of distributing or redirecting resources from one use, area, or project to another to improve efficiency or address changing needs.