The Tendency to Overvalue an Item Because You Own It

question 16

Multiple Choice

The tendency to overvalue an item because you own it is referred to as which one of the following?

• A)endowment effect
• B)money illusion
• C)regret aversion
• D)myopic loss aversion
• E)sunk cost fallacy

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Definitions:

Accrual

An accounting method where revenue and expenses are recorded when they are earned or incurred, regardless of when the cash is actually received or paid.

Interest Expense

The amount an entity pays for the use of borrowed funds throughout a certain duration.

Net Cash Flow

The amount of cash generated or used by a company in a given period, calculated as the sum of cash flow from operating, investing, and financing activities.

Contingent Liability

A future financial liability that could emerge based on the result of a particular event.