The Outlet has an unlevered cost of capital of 14.2 percent, a tax rate of 35 percent, and expected earnings before interest and taxes of $23,400. The company has $23,000 in bonds outstanding that have a coupon rate of 7 percent. The bonds are selling at par. What is the cost of equity?

14.31%

15.08%

14.59%

14.64%

15.37%