Use the Following Information to Answer the Question(s)below

question 76

Multiple Choice

Use the following information to answer the question(s) below.
Luther Industries has 25 million shares outstanding trading at $18 per share.In addition,Luther has $150 million in outstanding debt.Suppose Luther's equity cost of capital is 13%,its debt cost of capital is 7%,and the corporate tax rate is 40%.
-Luther's weighted average cost of capital is closest to:

• A)9.8%
• B)10.8%
• C)11.5%
• D)13.0%

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Definitions:

Outsourcing

The practice of hiring third parties to perform services, handle operations or provide goods that are either cost-prohibitive or outside the company's core competencies.

Third-Party Service Providers

External organizations or individuals that offer specific services or perform tasks on behalf of another company, typically as a form of outsourcing.

Internal Staff

Employees who work within an organization, as opposed to external contractors or consultants, contributing to its operations, culture, and goals.

Outsourcing

The business practice of hiring external firms to handle certain jobs or services instead of performing them in-house.