Which of the Following Statements Is CORRECT? Assume That the Project

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is CORRECT? Assume that the project being considered has normal cash flows,with one outflow followed by a series of inflows.

• A) The lower the WACC used to calculate a project's NPV, the lower the calculated NPV will be.
• B) If a project's NPV is less than zero, then its IRR must be less than the WACC.
• C) If a project's NPV is greater than zero, then its IRR must be less than zero.
• D) The NPV of a relatively low-risk project should be found using a relatively high WACC.
• E) A project's NPV is found by compounding the cash inflows at the IRR to find the terminal value (TV), then discounting the TV at the WACC.

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Definitions:

Defensive Communication

Tendency to receive messages in such a way that one’s self-esteem is protected.

Self-Esteem

An individual's subjective evaluation or perception of their own worth, encompassing beliefs about oneself (e.g., "I am competent," "I am worthy") and emotional states such as triumph, despair, pride, and shame.

Communication Barriers

Obstacles that impede the exchange of information between individuals or groups, leading to misunderstandings or misinterpretations.

Receiver's Mental Set

The psychological and cognitive predispositions that influence how a listener interprets a message.