Critical Thinking Questions Case 3-1 You Have Had Your Desktop

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Critical Thinking Questions Case 3-1 You have had your desktop for several years and you have decided that it is time for you to purchase a new one. Before heading online to make your purchase, you re-familiarize yourself with a buyer's guide that you found in your Discovering Computers textbook. Which of the following is not a hidden cost to which the buyer's guide refers?

• A) bundled software
• B) computer furniture
• C) UPS
• D) router

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Definitions:

Operating Lease

A lease agreement that allows the use of an asset but does not convey rights of ownership of the asset.

Sale and Leaseback

A transaction where a company sells an asset and leases it back from the new owner, allowing the company to use the asset while freeing up capital.

Temporary Cash

Cash held for short-term purposes or to cover near-term obligations.

Financial Ground

The state of financial stability or condition of an individual or organization.