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What is the primary difference between PIK (Pay-in-Kind) interest and standard cash interest in an LBO model?

  1. PIK interest is not tax-deductible because it is non-cash.
  2. PIK interest reduces the Enterprise Value at exit more than cash interest.
  3. PIK interest is only found in senior bank debt facilities.
  4. PIK interest increases the principal balance rather than being paid in cash.

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