Which of the Following Should Be the Primary Goal Pursued

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following should be the primary goal pursued by the financial manager of a firm?

• A)Maximizing net income (profits)
• B)Maximizing the firm's net worth, or book value
• C)Maximizing dividends paid to common stockholders
• D)Minimizing variable operating expenses
• E)Maximizing the market value of the firm's stock

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