2.122The financing choice is vital to every firm, as the optimal capital structurebetween debt and equity impacts the value of the firm as well as its share price.However, financial managers are often unclear on the benefits of financialleverage.Required:Explain, with the use of an example, how financial leverage benefits the returns ofthe business.

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2.122The financing choice is vital to every firm, as the optimal capital structure
between debt and equity impacts the value of the firm as well as its share price.
However, financial managers are often unclear on the benefits of financial
leverage.
Required:
Explain, with the use of an example, how financial leverage benefits the returns of
the business.

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