Using the Gordon Model, Estimate the Cost of Retained Earnings

question 120

Multiple Choice

Using the Gordon Model, estimate the cost of retained earnings for a firm whose stock is currently selling for $40, paid a dividend of $.75 last year, and whose growth is expected to be 6% indefinitely.

• A)7.25%
• B)7.99%
• C)10.62%
• D)4/80%

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