The Cash Flow in Dollars Received in Year 3 Is

question 23

Multiple Choice

The cash flow in dollars received in year 3 is expected to be $12,372. The firm uses a real discount rate of 4% and the inflation rate is expected to be 2.5%. What is the present value of the year 3 cash flow?

• A) $10,213.35
• B) $12,372.00
• C) $9,777.77
• D) $9,105.23
• E) $13,285.83

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Definitions:

Total Annual Cost

The total amount spent on specific activities or operations, including both fixed and variable costs, over the course of a year.

Holding Costs

The expenses associated with storing inventory, including warehousing, insurance, depreciation, and opportunity costs of keeping stock.

Decoupling Function

describes the practice of separating different parts of a production process so that a delay or failure in one area does not directly impact another, enhancing flexibility and reliability.

Quantity Discount Problem

A pricing strategy issue where the cost per item lowers as the quantity purchased increases, necessitating analysis for optimal purchasing decisions.