Adventure outfitter corp. can sell common stock for $27 per share and its investors require a 17% return. however, the administrative or flotation costs associated with selling the stock amount to $2.70 per share. what is the cost of capital for adventure outfitter if the corporation raises money by selling common stock?

Over the past year, three of the star salesmen at family resorts international's corporate office have been lured away to competitors. on top of that, karina, the general manager of the sales department, has noticed that most employees come in, do their jobs, and leave. family resorts offers a good salary, benefits, and tuition reimbursement, as well as a number of development and training programs. most employees seem contented enough, but karina would like to do something to increase the level of engagement among her staff. what do you think karina should do?