Some of the following reasons for leasing are rational. Others are irrational or assume imperfect or inefficient

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Some of the following reasons for leasing are rational. Others are irrational or assume imperfect or inefficient capital markets. Which of the following reasons are the rational ones?

a. The lessee’s need for the leased asset is only temporary.

b. Specialized lessors are better able to bear the risk of obsolescence.

c. Leasing provides 100% financing and thus preserves capital.

d. Leasing allows firms with low marginal tax rates to “sell” depreciation tax shields.

e. Leasing increases earnings per share.

f. Leasing reduces the transaction cost of obtaining external financing.

g. Leasing avoids restrictions on capital expenditures.

h. Leasing can reduce the alternative minimum tax.


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Principles of Corporate Finance

ISBN: 978-0077404895

10th Edition

Authors: Richard A. Brealey, Stewart C. Myers, Franklin Allen

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