It Would Seem That Float Management for Most Firms Would

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Essay

It would seem that float management for most firms would provide only a small NPV, that is, only a small benefit to the firm. Given that there are other positive NPV projects out there, why should a firm spend a lot of time chasing after a few pennies?

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Culture of Poverty

A concept in social theory that suggests that poverty is not only a result of lack of resources but is also perpetuated by the values and behaviors of those affected.

Mainstream Social Life

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Absolute Deprivation

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Poverty Threshold

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