Multiple Choice
Why does a new issue of common stock have a higher cost of capital than retained earnings?
A) New common stock has floatation costs.
B) Existing common shareholders have seniority over new common shareholders.
C) New common stock must pay a higher dividend.
D) Retained earnings pertains to cash which has a zero cost of capital.
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