The Outstanding Debt of Berstin Corp

question 18

Multiple Choice

The outstanding debt of Berstin Corp. has five years to maturity, a current yield of 6%, and a price of $95. What is the pretax cost of debt if the tax rate is 30%.

• A) 4.2%
• B) 4.8%
• C) 6.9%
• D) more information needed

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