When calculating the after-tax weighted average cost of capital, which of the following has to be adjusted for taxes? a. Retained earnings b. Debt c. Ordinary shares d. Preference shares

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When calculating the after-tax weighted average cost of capital, which of the following has to be adjusted for taxes?
a. Retained earnings
b. Debt
c. Ordinary shares
d. Preference shares
Transcribed Image Text:When calculating the after-tax weighted average cost of capital, which of the following has to be adjusted for taxes? a. Retained earnings b. Debt c. Ordinary shares d. Preference shares
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Weighted average cost of capital: It implies to a rate at which the average return is expected to be paid by the business to all of its stockholders as a reward for their investment in the business. 

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