Which of the Following Changes Will Likely Lead to a Higher

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following changes will likely lead to a higher P/E,assuming other factors are equal?

• A)A decrease in the dividend payout ratio
• B)An increase in growth rate of earnings
• C)An increase in the required rate of return
• D)A decrease in the dividend yield

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