SMC will be issuing bonds with a face value of P100,000 through an underwriter. The underwriter will be issuing the bonds at 106 but will charge 7% on face amount. The bonds will be irredeemable and will pay 8% annually. If the tax rate is 25%, what is the effective cost of the bonds?

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SMC will be issuing bonds with a face value of P100,000 through an underwriter. The underwriter will be issuing the bonds at 106 but will charge 7% on face amount. The bonds will be irredeemable and will pay 8% annually. If the tax rate is 25%, what is the effective cost of the bonds?

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