The Primary Goal of a Publicly-Owned Firm Interested in Serving

question 14

Multiple Choice

The primary goal of a publicly-owned firm interested in serving its shareholders should be to

• A) Minimise the debt used by a firm.
• B) Maximise expected EPS.
• C) Minimise the chances of losses.
• D) Maximise the stock price per share.
• E) Maximise expected net income.

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Definitions:

Photon

A quantum of electromagnetic radiation that embodies the concept of light as both a particle and a wave.

Electron

A subatomic particle with a negative charge found in all atoms, contributing to electricity.

Electron

A subatomic particle with a negative charge, found in the electron clouds surrounding the nucleus of an atom.