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Poly's Parrot Shops Has Found That Its Cost of Common

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Poly's Parrot Shops has found that its cost of common equity capital is 17 percent. It has 7-year maturity semiannual bonds outstanding with a price of $767.03 that have a coupon rate of 7 percent. The firm is financed with $120,000,000 of common shares (market value) and $80,000,000 of debt. What is the after-tax weighted average cost of capital for Poly's, if it is subject to a 35 percent marginal tax rate? Round your final percentage answer to two decimal places.

Acknowledge the rights of stockholders and the legal responsibilities of corporations regarding dividends.

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Definitions:

Low-margin Business

A business that operates with a small difference between the cost to produce goods or services and the selling price, resulting in low profit margins.

Adding Capacity

The process of increasing the potential output of a business to meet expected demand.

Leadership

The act of guiding or influencing a group towards achieving its goals, often involving making strategic decisions, motivating individuals, and fostering teamwork.

Authority

The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience, often associated with positions of leadership or governance.