Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 72

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Although indirect costs of bankruptcy are difficult to measure accurately,they are typically much smaller than the direct costs of bankruptcy.
• B)Bankruptcy protection can be used by management to delay the liquidation of a firm that should be shut down.
• C)Because many aspects of the bankruptcy process are independent of the size of the firm,the costs are typically higher,in percentage terms,for smaller firms.
• D)Aside from the direct legal and administrative costs of bankruptcy,many other indirect costs are associated with financial distress (whether or not the firm has formally filed for bankruptcy).

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Definitions:

Credit Sales

Sales transactions in which the customer is allowed to purchase goods or services on account, paying for them at a later date.

Finance Charge

The total cost of borrowing, including interest and any other charges, assessed on credit accounts.

Accounts Receivable

The amount due to a company from its clients for goods or services rendered that remain unpaid.

Sales Returns

Goods returned by customers to the seller for refund or exchange due to defects, dissatisfaction, or other reasons.