The Only Measure of Firm Performance That Accounts for Cost

question 71

Multiple Choice

The only measure of firm performance that accounts for cost of capital is:

• A) ROC.
• B) ROA.
• C) ROE.
• D)EVA.

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Definitions:

Excess Reserves

The amounts of cash banks hold in their vaults or deposit at the central bank which exceed the regulatory requirements.

Money Supply

The entire financial capacity of an economy, taking into account cash, coins, and the amounts in both checking and savings accounts, at a specific point in time.

Required Reserve Ratio

The percentage of deposits that banks are legally required to keep on hand as reserves, not loaned out.

Excess Reserves

Excess reserves are the capital reserves held by banks beyond the required minimum, often placed with central banks, earning interest.