The Basic Shortcoming of the EBIT-EPS Approach to Capital Structure

question 70

Multiple Choice

The basic shortcoming of the EBIT-EPS approach to capital structure is ________.

• A) that the optimal capital structure is difficult to compute
• B) its disregard for the presence of preferred stock in the capital structure
• C) its disregard for the firm's dividend policy
• D) that it concentrates on the maximization of EPS rather than the maximization of owner's wealth

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Definitions:

Quantity Demanded

The amount of a good or service consumers are willing and able to buy at a specific price level, ceteris paribus.

Equilibrium Price

The price level where the supply of goods meets the demand for those goods.

Loanable Funds

The total funds available in the financial markets for borrowing, which come from savings and are used for investment.

Borrowed

Refers to funds or resources obtained temporarily from another party, typically with the obligation of returning or repaying the amount with interest.