Sensitivity Analysis

question 61

Multiple Choice

Sensitivity analysis:

• A)looks at the most reasonably optimistic and pessimistic results for a project.
• B)helps identify the variable within a project that presents the greatest forecasting risk.
• C)is used for projects that cannot be analyzed by scenario analysis because the cash flows are unconventional.
• D)is generally conducted prior to scenario analysis just to determine if the range of potential outcomes is acceptable.
• E)illustrates how an increase in operating cash flow caused by changing both the revenue and the costs simultaneously will change the net present value for a project.

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Definitions:

Operating Leases

Lease agreements for a shorter period than the asset's useful life, where the lessee does not assume the risks and rewards of ownership.

Capital Leases

Leases that are recognized as asset purchases for accounting purposes, where the lessee gains ownership rights of the leased asset at the end of the lease term.

Lease Expense

The cost incurred from leasing an asset, including both fixed payments and variable charges over the lease term.

Leveraged Lease

A lease agreement that involves a lessor financing the leased asset through borrowing, with the lease payments covering the loan repayments and providing profit.