Assignment Questions:

1. For models 2, 2a, and 2b:

What is the best way to minimize the weighted average cost of capital?

What is the effect of the weighted average cost of capital on the market value?

2. For models 3, 3a, and 3b:

What is the relationship between book value of equity and time t-1 and the market value of the equity?

3. Discuss model 4 and expand on the importance and the meaning of the market risk premium.

4. In your own words, what are the main conclusions for this article, and what could be improved upon in its analysis?