A firm's optimal capital structure is 70% equity. If the firm has $35 million in retained earnings available to invest, above what capital structure will the firm need to issue additonal stock? (Assume no growth in retained earnings.)

A firm's optimal capital structure is 70% equity. If the firm has $35 million in retained earnings available to invest, above what capital structure will the firm need to issue additonal stock? (Assume no growth in retained earnings.)

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