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Example
Questions from the Exam Facts 86/87 Book:
Define Gordon Growth Model:
use to find intrinsic value; find g= ROE x plowback (which is
compliment of payout ratio); P(0)= (D(0)x[1+g])/(k-g)
Define Gross Profit Margin:
Gross Profit (Sales-CoGS) / Sales
Define what higher WACC means what in terms of the company's
multiple
generally means a lower multiple; while comparing must find factor
most important that is causing the higher WACC: K(e) or K(d)
Define how to tell an acquisition took place
large increase in sales and interest expense
Define If intangibles go down while goodwill goes up (YoY)?
reassessment of premiums paid (over FMV) for an acquisition; was
recorded under equity method (20-50%) now recorded under purchase accounting
(>50%)
