Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)The tax deductibility of interest lowers the effective cost of debt financing for the firm.
• B)When a firm uses debt financing,the cost of the interest it must pay is offset to some extent by the tax savings from the interest tax shield.
• C)With tax-deductible interest,the effective after-tax borrowing rate is r(τ_C).
• D)The WACC represents the cost of capital for the free cash flow generated by the firm's assets.

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Definitions:

Lessee

An individual or entity that leases or rents property from a lessor.

Leasing Cash Flows

The cash inflows and outflows associated with leasing operations, including initial receipts, ongoing lease payments, and final residuals.

Operating Leases

Lease agreements for the use of equipment or property for a shorter period compared to the asset's useful life, where lessor retains ownership.