On January 3 of the current year, the per-share stock price of a firm was $25, and on January 4 of the current year, it was $19. Which of the following is a probable reason for the decrease in the stock price?
A. A boom in the economy
B. A reduction in the cost of debt
C. An increased rate of return
D. Higher future dividends
E. An increase in the firm's growth rate
Answer: C
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