Which Statement Is True Concerning the Decision Rule on Whether

question 162

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true concerning the decision rule on whether to make or buy?

• A) The company should buy if the cost of buying is less than the cost of producing.
• B) The company should buy if the incremental revenue exceeds the incremental costs.
• C) The company should buy as long as total revenue exceeds present revenues.
• D) The company should buy assuming no additional fixed costs are incurred.

---

Definitions:

After-tax Cost

The cost of an investment or expense after deducting the tax advantages, reflecting the actual financial impact on an individual or company.

Coupon Bonds

Bonds that pay the holder a fixed interest rate (the coupon) over a specified period, typically until maturity when the principal, or face value, is repaid.

Market Yield

The rate of return anticipated on a bond if it is held until the maturity date, factoring in its current price, interest payments, and term length.

Treasury Bills

Short-term government securities issued at a discount from face value and mature at par.