Connotative or Second-Order Signs Can Become ________ as They Lose

question 18

Short Answer

Connotative or second-order signs can become ________ as they lose or are separated from their original referent.

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Definitions:

Minimum Required Rate

The lowest acceptable rate of return on an investment or project, often used in capital budgeting.

Return On Investment

A performance measure used to evaluate the efficiency or profitability of an investment in comparison to other investments.

Net Operating Income

A company's income after operating expenses are deducted, but before income taxes and interest are deducted.

Average Operating Assets

The average value of the assets used in the normal operating activities of a business over a specific period.