Without Using Formulas, Provide a Definition of Payback Period

question 321

Multiple Choice

Without using formulas, provide a definition of payback period.

• A) A project analysis tool that determines the amount of time required for an investment to generate cash flows to recover its initial cost.
• B) A project analysis tool that measures the acceptability of a project by determining the length of time required for an investment's discounted cash flows to equal its initial cost.
• C) A project analysis tool that measures the acceptability of a project through the difference between a project's initial investment and whether the present value of its cash flow will
• Repay the investment.
• D) A project analysis tool that measures the acceptability of a project by determining the amount of profit that can be expected based on an investment made.
• E) A ranking method used to assess projects. PI greater than 1 signify positive NPV projects, while PI less than 1 signify negative NPV projects.

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Definitions:

Not Estimable

describes a condition where the value or quantity of something cannot be accurately predicted or determined.

Installment Note

A debt instrument that requires regular payments, or installments, of principal and interest over a specific period.

Annual Payments

Regular payments made once a year, often related to loans, annuities, or subscriptions.

Carrying Amount

The value at which an asset is recognized on the balance sheet, considering factors such as depreciation or amortization.