Which of These Statements Is True of Discounting

question 158

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements is true of discounting?

• A) It is the reverse of compounding.
• B) It significantly decreases the value of a future amount to the present.
• C) It is the process of figuring out how much an amount that you expect to receive in the future is worth today.
• D) All of the above.

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Definitions:

Declaring Dividends

The action by a company's board of directors to distribute profits to shareholders in proportion to the amount of shares they own.

Significant Policy Decisions

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Appointing Officers

Individuals or entities authorized to assign positions or roles within an organization or government.

Participate

To take part in or become involved in an activity, event, or process.