Chapter 20, Problem 10Q

a.

Summary Introduction

To Discuss: The ways in which a firm's assessment to remunerate an increased proportion of its earning as dividend affect the worth of its long-term warrants, the possibility that the convertible bonds are converted and the possibility that the warrants are exercised.

Introduction: Convertibles are securities, typically bonds or preferred stocks, that can be changed over into common stock. Convertibles are frequently connected with convertible bonds, which permit investors to change over their creditor position to that of a equity holder at a agreed upon cost.

b.

Summary Introduction

To Discuss: Whether it would be pleasing or displeasing if payout is raised from 20% to 80%.