Mgmt Options Pool Calculation in Basic LBO Model Example

Hello,

Can someone explain the theory behind the formula for cash out from mgmt options in the basic lbo model examples. The calculation is "new equity * [(mgmt %) / (1+mgmt%)]". Why do you need to divide by (1+mgmt%)?

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