Which of the Following Actions Is an Example of "Window

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions is an example of "window dressing?"

• A) Borrowing by using short-term notes payable and then using the proceeds to retire long-term debt.
• B) Borrowing on a long-term basis and using the proceeds to retire short-term debt.
• C) Offering discounts to customers who pay with cash rather than buy on credit and then using the funds that come in quicker to purchase fixed assets.
• D) Using some of the firm's cash to reduce long-term debt.
• E) Any action that does not improve a firm's fundamental long-run position and thus increases its intrinsic value.

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Definitions:

Earnings

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Experimental Evidence

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