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Mmsk297y ago
Hello! When computing each of the present values, can we use the risk free rate as a discount factor as opposed to the examiner's normal cost of borrowing? I've seen in your notes that we can, but in my opinion it gives a big difference in answers for both approaches. Thank you.
John MoffatJohn MoffatTutor7y ago#1
Yes you can. The examiners answer specifically writes: Note to markers: Full credit should be given if tax shield is discounted at the government interest rate of 3·1% rather than the normal borrowing rate of 8%.
Mmsk297y ago#2
Thanks a lot sir.
John MoffatJohn MoffatTutor7y ago#3
You are very welcome :-)
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