Compound Interest, Rather Than Simple Interest, Must Be Used to Properly

question 62

True/False

Compound interest, rather than simple interest, must be used to properly evaluate long- term investment proposals.

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Definitions:

Par Value

Par value is the nominal or face value of a bond, share of stock, or a coupon as stated by the issuer.

Stated Value

A per-share amount set by the board of directors for no-par value stock, which is not determined by market forces.

Revaluation Surplus

An increase in the value of an asset held by a company, recognized in equity, that occurs when the asset's current market value exceeds its previously recorded cost.

Share Capital

The total amount of money raised by a company through the sale of shares to investors.