Which of the Following Statements of the Expected Flow of Future

question 189

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements of the expected flow of future benefits is false?

• A) Firms must rely on forecasts of expected future benefits to make sensible investment decisions.
• B) Households, business firms, and governments all evaluate the expected flow of benefits when making investment decisions.
• C) If future benefits are overestimated by the firm, the firm will under invest in capital.
• D) If future benefits are underestimated by the firm, the firm will under invest in capital.

Identify the roles and benefits of outsourcing HR functions and the types of activities that can be outsourced.

Distinguish between strategic, analytic, and transactional HR operations in the context of information technology applications.

Analyze the impact of web-based HR processes, such as online recruiting and e-learning.

Comprehend the significance and usage of workforce analytics and big data in HR decision-making.

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Definitions:

Flexible Budget

A budget that adjusts to changes in activity or production levels, allowing for more accurate budgeting.

Actual Results

The actual outcomes or figures achieved by a business, contrasting with forecasts or budgeted amounts.

Revenue Variance

The difference between the actual revenue for the period and how much the revenue should have been, given the actual level of activity. A favorable (unfavorable) revenue variance occurs because the revenue is higher (lower) than expected, given the actual level of activity for the period.

Sales Revenue

The income received from selling goods or services over a period of time.