The Term "Quants" Refers to Financial Managers and Others Who

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True/False

The term "quants" refers to financial managers and others who base their decisions on complex quantitative analysis, under assumption that using advanced mathematics and technology can accurately predict how the market works.

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Definitions:

Fixed Expenses

Costs that do not fluctuate with the level of production or sales, such as rent, insurance, and property taxes.

Margin of Safety

The difference between actual or projected sales and the break-even point, measured to assess the risk of loss.

Sales

The total revenue earned from the sale of goods or services over a specific period of time.

Degree of Operating Leverage

The degree of operating leverage is a measure of how revenue growth translates into growth in operating income, indicating the sensitivity of operating income to changes in sales.