The Amount of Cash a Firm Holds to Counter the Uncertainty

question 9

Multiple Choice

The amount of cash a firm holds to counter the uncertainty surrounding its future cash needs is known as a(n) :

• A)speculative balance.
• B)compensating balance.
• C)operating balance.
• D)precautionary balance.

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Definitions:

Goodwill

An intangible asset that arises when a company acquires another company for more than the fair market value of its assets.

Net Working Capital

Net working capital is a measure of a company's short-term financial health, calculated as the difference between its current assets and current liabilities.

Incremental Value

The additional or added value created by undertaking a particular action or project, compared to not proceeding.

Net Present Value

A method used in capital budgeting to evaluate the profitability of an investment or project, by calculating the present value of expected cash flows minus the initial investment.