You Have Recently Accepted a One-Year Employment Term by a Firm.The

question 72

Multiple Choice

You have recently accepted a one-year employment term by a firm.The firm has given you the option of receiving your salary as a lump sum value of R30,000 at the end of the year or as 12 monthly payments of R2,400 starting one month after you start work.If your relevant discount rate is 2 percent per month, then which salary options would you prefer? (Ignore taxes, risk, and consumption needs.) Choose the best answer.

• A) The lump sum payment, since it has the larger future value.
• B) Monthly payments, since you do not have to wait so long to receive your money.
• C) Either one, since they have the same present value.
• D) The lump sum payment, since it has the larger present value.
• E) Monthly payments, since it has the larger present value.

Understand the impact of patient-specific factors (e.g., smoking, diabetes) on postoperative recovery.

Recognize the importance of early mobilization and respiratory exercises in preventing postoperative complications.

Understand and apply appropriate techniques for moving and lifting patients to prevent complications and ensure patient safety.

Recognize the importance of mobilization for improving patient outcomes, including joint motion, circulation, social activity, and mental stimulation.

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