In Their 1987 Research on the Changes That Would Occur

question 20

Multiple Choice

In their 1987 research on the changes that would occur in the nature of work and in the demographic background of workers in the 21st century, Johnston and Packer stated that

• A) by the year 2000, 85% of the workforce would be women and minorities.
• B) by the year 2000, 65% of the workforce would be women and minorities.
• C) by the year 2000, 85% of the net new entrants to the workforce would be women and minorities.
• D) by the year 2000, White men would be a very small minority of the workforce.

Comprehend the primary subject areas of corporate finance including capital budgeting, capital structure, and working capital management.

Differentiate between dealers, brokers, and other participants in the financial markets.

Grasp the importance and methods of working capital management.

Define capital structure and its impact on a firm's financial strategy.

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