When Determining Future Resource Needs, Factors That Should Be Considered

question 41

Multiple Choice

When determining future resource needs, factors that should be considered include:

• A) Growth of supply chain management
• B) Impact of new technologies
• C) Competitor actions
• D) Existing distribution channels
• E) b and c

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Definitions:

Nominal Rate

The interest rate set by the lending institution, not adjusted for inflation, representing the actual yearly cost of funds over the term of a loan.

Compounding Period

The period of time after which interest is credited to the depositor’s account for purposes of computing subsequent interest.

Interest Rate

The percentage charged on a loan or paid on savings over a specific period, usually expressed as an annual percentage of the principal.

Invested Today

The action of allocating resources, usually money, in the present with the expectation of receiving a future return.