Answer: ke = D1/Po + g
0.1025 = D1/57.50 + 0.06
0.1025-0.06 = D1/57.50
0.0425 = D1/57.50
D1 = 0.0425 x 57.50
D1 = $2.444
Explanation: Cost of equity is equal to dividend in 1 year's time divided by the current market price plus the growth rate. Other variables were provided in the question except the dividend at the end of the year (D1).
Thus, D1 becomes the subject of the formula. The appropriate cost of equity is $2.44. The correct answer is B.