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Acknowledgments

W

e extend our sincere appreciation to the many individuals involved in

bringing Capital Structure and Corporate Financing Decisions: Theory, Evi-

dence, and Practice from the idea stage to publication. We appreciate the

support provided by Bob Kolb, the series editor, in reviewing the initial book pro-

posal. The chapter authors deserve special thanks for their hard work in writing

and revising chapters. Meghan Nesmith, who carefully reviewed each chapter and

provided artful edits and comments, deserves high praise. Katharine Fredriksen

also provided needed editorial assistance. Our expert publishing team at John

Wiley & Sons skillfully turned the manuscript into final form. Special thanks go

to Evan Burton as well as Emilie Herman, Senior Editorial Manager, and Melissa

Lopez, Production Editor, all of whom demonstrated poise and professionalism.

We also want to recognize the support provided by the Kogod School of Business

at American University. Finally, Linda Baker deserves special thanks for her careful

review of the manuscript as well as for her patience and encouragement.

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