Constant Growth: Priority Shift Ltd Is Expected to Grow at a Constant

question 46

Multiple Choice

Constant growth: Priority Shift Ltd is expected to grow at a constant rate of 9 percent. If the company's next dividend is $2.75 and its current price is $37.35, what is the required rate of return on this share? (Round to the nearest percent.)

• A) 16%
• B) 17%
• C) 20%
• D) 21%

Understand how to calculate and interpret the margin of safety in both dollars and as a percentage of sales.

Understand the concept and calculation of the degree of operating leverage.

Analyze the effects of sales mix changes on the overall break-even point for a company.

Construct and analyze contribution format income statements under different scenarios.

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