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      Question

      A firm uses 70% debt financing at 10% interest. Its ROE

      rises despite flat operating profits. What explains this phenomenon?
      A Business risk Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Negative leverage Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Financial leverage Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Interest subsidy Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Increased ROE without rise in EBIT indicates positive financial leverage—use of debt to magnify returns to equity.

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