alleryStart learning →The cost of retained earnings (internal equity) equals
Azero as no payout
Bthe preference rate
Cthe cost of debt
Dthe cost of equity
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. the cost of equity
Retained earnings belong to the shareholders, who expect the same return on them as on any equity.
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