Suppose That the Temperature of the Solar Nebula Had Been

question 45

Multiple Choice

Suppose that the temperature of the solar nebula had been much colder. How might the Solar System look different today?

• A) More planets would have formed.
• B) Terrestrial planets may have formed at a larger distance from the Sun.
• C) The gas giant planets might be bigger and closer to the Sun.
• D) The gas giant planets might be bigger and farther from the Sun.

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Definitions:

Direct Method

A way of preparing the cash flow statement where actual cash flow information from the company's operations section is used rather than being derived from the income statement.

Prepaid Expenses

Costs paid for in advance of their use or consumption, recorded as assets on a balance sheet and gradually expensed over the period of use or benefit.

Direct Method

A way of preparing the cash flow statement where actual cash flows from operating activities are listed directly.

Administrative Expenses

Costs related to the general administration of a business, such as salaries of office staff, rent, and utilities.