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Which component of the WACC formula is typically 'tax-effected' and why?
- The Cost of Debt, because interest expense is tax-deductible.
- The Risk-Free Rate, because government bonds are exempt from state taxes.
- The Cost of Equity, because dividends are tax-deductible for the company.
- The Beta, to account for the company's tax-shield volatility.
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