Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)The data show a clear preference for equity as a source of external financing for the total population of U.S.firms.
• B)Debt as a fraction of firm value has varied in a range from 30-45% for the average firm.
• C)Capital expenditures greatly exceed firms' external financing,implying that most investment and growth is supported by internally generated funds,such as retained earnings.
• D)Firms in growth industries like biotechnology or high technology carry very little debt,whereas airlines,auto makers,utilities,and financial firms have high leverage ratios.

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