Which of the Following Is the Best Definition of Operating

question 393

Multiple Choice

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

• 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:

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