The Basic Lesson of the M&M Theory Is That the Value

question 38

Multiple Choice

The basic lesson of the M&M theory is that the value of a firm is dependent upon:

• A) the firm's capital structure.
• B) the total cash flow of the firm.
• C) minimizing the marketed claims.
• D) the amount of marketed claims to that firm.
• E) the size of the stockholders' claims.

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