Money Has a Time Value Because

question 243

Multiple Choice

Money has a time value because

• A) inflation increases the value of money over time.
• B) money earns interest over time.
• C) monetary systems are more automated than in the past.
• D) a dollar received today is worth more than a dollar received yesterday.

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