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Which of the following is an effect of managers increasing the amount of debt used in the firm's funding mix?
Multiple Choice
the rate of return on common equity increases
a. and c.
the chance of financial distress or bankruptcy increases
the expected rate of return on assets increases
the number of shareholders increases
The answer is a. and c.
Rate of return on common equity increases as lower interest is paid on debt which leaves higher amount for the shareholders
However, adding debt also increases the risk of bankruptcy
Return on assets might/might not change
Number of shareholders will not increase when debt is issued