Suppose That UBM Corp

question 83

Multiple Choice

Suppose that UBM Corp. has invested $100 million in 8% risk-free bonds that mature in one-year. The firm also has $80 million in debt outstanding that will also mature in a year. UBM stockholders are considering selling the $100 million in debt and investing in a project that has a 60% chance of returning $200 million and a 40% chance of returning $2 million. What is the expected value of the bonds to the lenders if the stockholders sell the debt?

• A) $100 million
• B) $88.8 million
• C) $48.8 million
• D) None of the above

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