Considering Each Action Independently and Holding Other Things Constant, Which

question 49

Multiple Choice

Considering each action independently and holding other things constant, which of the following reduces a firm's need for additional capital?

• A) An increase in the dividend payout ratio
• B) A decrease in the days sales outstanding
• C) A decrease in the profit margin
• D) An increase in expected sales growth
• E) A decrease in the accrual accounts (accrued wages and taxes)

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