The Choice of the Probability Distribution for a Random Variable

question 25

Multiple Choice

The choice of the probability distribution for a random variable can be guided by

• A)an objective function.
• B)likelihood factors.
• C)forecasting.
• D)historical data.

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Definitions:

Cash Flow

Cash flow represents the net amount of cash and cash equivalents being transferred into and out of a business, crucial for assessing its liquidity, flexibility, and overall financial health.

WACC

Stands for Weighted Average Cost of Capital, which calculates a firm's cost of capital, considering the proportion of each capital component, including debt and equity.

NPV

Net Present Value (NPV) is the calculation used to find today’s value of a future stream of payments, subtracting the initial investment.

Cash Flow

The complete financial movement into and out of a corporation, especially regarding its liquidity.