The Cost of Newly Issued Common Stock Is Greater Than

question 20

Multiple Choice

The cost of newly issued common stock is greater than the current cost common equity because of

• A) capital gains taxes on retained earnings.
• B) flotation costs on newly issued common stock.
• C) capital gains taxes on newly issued common stock.
• D) all of the above

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