Which of the Following Statements Is NOT CORRECT

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT CORRECT?

• A) A company may hold a relatively large amount of cash and marketable securities if it is uncertain about its volume of sales,profits,and cash flows during the coming year.
• B) Credit policy has an impact on working capital because it influences both sales and the time before receivables are collected.
• C) The cash budget is useful to help estimate future financing needs,especially the need for short-term working capital loans.
• D) If a firm wants to generate more cash flow from operations in the next month or two,it could change its credit policy from 2/10,net 30 to net 60.
• E) Managing working capital is important because it influences financing decisions and the firm's profitability.

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Definitions:

Paradox of Thrift

If everyone tries to save more, they will all end up saving less.

Consumption

The use of goods and services by households, which is a key component in calculating a country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

Fiscal Policy Measure

Government policies related to taxation and spending that are used to influence the economy, manage inflation, and stimulate economic growth.

Legislative Action

The process by which a legislative body enacts laws, including the proposal, debate, amendment, and voting on new laws or changes to existing laws.