PRIN.OF CORPORATE FINANCE
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ISBN: 9781260013900
Author: BREALEY
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Chapter 18, Problem 21PS
Pecking-order theory* Fill in the blanks: According to the pecking-order theory,
- a. The firm’s debt ratio is determined by_____.
- b. Debt ratios depend on past profitability, because _____.
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PRIN.OF CORPORATE FINANCE
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