The optimal capital structure for firms in cyclical industries should contain ________ than firms in stable industries.

A) more debt
B) less debt
C) an equal amount of debt
D) None of these options are valid. There is no relationship between the cyclical nature of an industry and optimal capital structure.


B) less debt

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