Kahn Inc. has a target capital structure of 60% common equity and 40% debt to fund its $9 billion in operating assets. Furthermore, Kahn Inc. has a WACC of 13%, a before-tax cost of debt of 10%, and a tax rate of 25%. The company's retained earnings are adequate to provide the common equity portion of its capital budget. Its expected dividend next year (D1) is $3, and the current stock price is $29. a. What is the company's expected growth rate? Do not round intermediate calculations. Round your answer to two decimal places. 6.32 % b. If the firm's net income is expected to be $1.5 billion, what portion of its net income is the firm expected to pay out as dividends? Do not round intermediate calculations. Round your answer to two decimal places. (Hint: Refer to Equation below.) Growth rate = (1 - Payout ratio) ROE 74.71 %