A Physical Feature, Such as a Body of Water, Might

question 55

Multiple Choice

A physical feature, such as a body of water, might actually aid transportation and migration because ocean travel may be easier than overland travel. However, if that physical feature hinders migration it is an example of

• A) an environmental push factor.
• B) a forced migration.
• C) an intervening obstacle.
• D) a cultural pull factor.
• E) an environmental incentive.

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Definitions:

Cash Flows

The total amount of money being transferred into and out of a business, considered as the lifeblood of corporate finance.

Discounted Payback Period

The time it takes for the cash inflows from a capital investment project to equal the initial outlay, adjusted for the time value of money.

Initial Cost

The amount of money spent to acquire, or invest in, an asset or project before it begins generating revenue.

Rate of Return

The enhancement or diminution in an investment’s value over a fixed span, presented as a percentage of the investment’s original price.