MNCs May Be Able to Lock in a Lower Cost

question 17

Multiple Choice

MNCs may be able to lock in a lower cost by financing in a low-interest-rate foreign currency if they have:

• A) future cash inflows in that foreign currency.
• B) future cash outflows in that foreign currency.
• C) offsetting future cash inflows and outflows in that foreign currency.
• D) no other cash flows in that foreign currency.
• Answer Key

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Definitions:

Depreciable Asset

An asset subject to depreciation, representing the decline in value over time due to use, wear and tear, or obsolescence.

Investing Activities

Financial activities related to the acquisition and disposal of long-term assets and other investments not included in cash equivalents.

Operating Activities

Activities that constitute the primary or main activities of a business, such as sales and service delivery, which are reflected in the company's cash flow.

Indirect Method

A way of reporting cash flows from operating activities on the cash flow statement where net income is adjusted for changes in balance sheet accounts to convert it from accrual to cash basis.