The Cost of Capital Is Used as a Discount Rate

question 105

Multiple Choice

The cost of capital is used as a discount rate because:

• A) it is an indication of how much the firm is earning overall.
• B) as long as the cost of capital is earned,the common stock value of the firm will be maintained.
• C) it is comparable to the prevailing market interest rates.
• D) returns below the cost of capital will cover all fixed costs associated with capital and provide an excess return to shareholders.

Design a chart of accounts for a merchandising business, incorporates balance sheet and income statement order.

Determine the impact of specific transactions on the accounting equation.

Apply knowledge of accounts with normal debit or credit balances and analyze their impacts on financial statements.

Understand and apply the principles of preparing a balance sheet.

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