If We Accept the MNE Objective of Minimizing the Consolidated

question 9

Multiple Choice

If we accept the MNE objective of minimizing the consolidated cost of capital then

• A)the subsidiary's cost of capital is relevant only to the extent that it affects this overall goal.
• B)the objective of minimizing the cost of capital for each individual subsidiary may not be appropriate.
• C)the value of the MNE as a whole should be maximized.
• D)all of the above

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