Maximize shareholder wealth

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Langston Labs has an overall (composite) WACC of 10%, which reflects the cost of capital for its average asset. Its assets vary widely in risk, and Langston evaluates low-risk projects with a WACC of 8%, average-risk projects at 10%, and high-risk projects at 12%. The company is considering the following projects:

Project Risk Expected Return

A High 15%

B Average 12%

C High 11%

D Low 9%

E Low 6%

Which set of projects would maximize shareholder wealth?

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