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CTP · Question #13

CTP Question #13: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is B. 14.47%. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.

Question

  • (Topic 1) Company XYZ has determined that its weighted average cost of capital is 12.5%. The capital structure of the company is made up of 75% equity and 25% debt. The before-tax cost of debt is 10%. Given a tax rate of 34%, what is XYZ's cost of common stock?

Options

  • A13.25%
  • B14.47%
  • C15.25%
  • D16.53%

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