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Quantitative Problem: 5 years ago, Barton Industries issued 25 -year noncallable, semiannual bonds with a $1,000 face value and a 5% coupon, semiannual payment ( $25 payment every 6 months). The bonds currently sell for $844.87. If the firm's marginal tax rate is 25%, what is the firm's after-tax cost of debt? Do not round intermediate calculations. Round your answer to two decimal places. %