The Damage Due to Swelling Soils Results in Losses of ____

question 32

Multiple Choice

The damage due to swelling soils results in losses of ____ in the United States.

• A)tens of millions of dollars, primarily through associated maintenance of cars and trucks,
• B)tens of millions of dollars, primarily through damage to residences and businesses,
• C)tens of millions of dollars, primarily in disruption of truck and train transport,
• D)billions of dollars, primarily through damage to highways and streets,
• E)billions of dollars, primarily through damage to residential homes,

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Definitions:

Financial Leverage

Taking advantage of borrowed finances to raise the possible outcomes of an investment.

Business Risk

The exposure a company or investor has to factor(s) that will lower its profits or lead to a loss.

Financial Risk

Financial risk is the possibility of losing money on investments or business operations due to market fluctuations, credit issues, or other financial uncertainties.

Degree of Total Leverage

A financial ratio that measures the sensitivity of a company's earnings per share to fluctuations in its operating income, considering both operating and financial leverage.