Which of the Following Is the Correct Formula to Calculate

question 76

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the correct formula to calculate the after-tax cost of a home equity loan?

• A)After-tax cost of a home equity loan = before-tax cost (1 + marginal tax rate)
• B)After-tax cost of a home equity loan = before-tax cost (1 - marginal tax rate)

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