Hedging Is

question 1

Multiple Choice

Hedging is

• A) matching the maturities of assets and liabilities to reduce risk.
• B) a risk reduction strategy.
• C) almost impossible to achieve perfectly in practice.
• D) all of the other answers are correct

Grasp the principles of cash flow estimation and working capital management in capital budgeting projects.

Apply the concept of net present value (NPV) and the use of discount factors in evaluating the viability of projects.

Calculate and interpret the total cash flow net of income taxes for different years of a project’s life.

Understand the impact of depreciation on cash flows and tax liabilities in capital budgeting decisions.

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