Which of the Following Is the Best Definition of Operating

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best definition of operating loan?

• A) A written statement by a bank that money will be paid, provided conditions specified in the letter are met.
• B) Short-term financing in which the factor purchases all of a firm's receivables and forwards the proceeds to the seller as soon as they are collected.
• C) The time period between the acquisition of inventory and when cash is collected from receivables.
• D) Loan negotiated with banks for day-to-day operations.
• E) Costs that fall with increases in the level of investment in current assets.

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Definitions:

Hiring And Training Cost

Expenses associated with recruiting new employees and providing them with the necessary skills and knowledge for their role.

Labor Hours

The total number of hours worked by employees, used as a measure of labor input in the production of goods and services.

Inventory Holding Cost

The total cost associated with storing and managing inventory over a certain period, including warehousing, insurance, depreciation, and obsolescence costs.

Marginal Subcontracting Cost

The extra expense faced when outsourcing an additional unit of production or service.