Q. The ABC Company currently has $50 million of 13 percent coupon bonds that pay interest semi-annually.These bonds are due in 8 years and can be called at a premium of 5 percent.At present, the company can float a new issue of similar bonds with a coupon rate of 10 percent.The company will have to incur issuing and underwriting expenses of $600,000.ABC has a 40% tax rate.Should refinancing take place?Show your calculations.