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MC Question 17
Formulae & Tables
FM (F9) Formulae Sheet
You will get this Formula Table at the exam so learn well how to apply it in your FM (F9) Exam
The following are extracts from the statement of financial position of a company:
The ordinary shares have a nominal value of 50 cents per share and are trading at $5·00 per share. The preference shares have a nominal value of $1·00 per share and are trading at 80 cents per share. The bonds have a nominal value of $100 and are trading at $105 per bond.
$000 | $000 | |
---|---|---|
Equity | ||
Ordinary shares | 8,000 | |
Reserves | 20,000 | |
28,000 | ||
Non-current liabilities | ||
Bonds | 4,000 | |
Bank loans | 6,200 | |
Preference shares | 2,000 | |
12,200 | ||
Current liabilities | ||
Overdraft | 1,000 | |
Trade payables | 1,500 | |
2,500 | ||
Total equity and liabilities | 42,700 |
What is the market value based gearing of the company, defined as prior charge capital/equity?
A. 15·0%
B. 13·0%
C. 11·8%
D. 7·3%