The Alex Corp. has a target capital structure of 40% debt and 60% equity. Its capital budget for next year is estimated to be US$40 million. Its estimated net income is US$30 million. If Alex follows a residual dividend policy, its dividend is expected to be: US$12 million US$18 million US$6 million

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The Alex Corp. has a target capital structure of 40% debt and 60% equity. Its capital budget for next year is estimated to be US$40 million. Its estimated net income is US$30 million. If Alex follows a residual dividend policy, its dividend is expected to be:

 

US$12 million

US$18 million

US$6 million

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