A Significant Factor in the Growth of Factory Outlets Is

question 15

Multiple Choice

A significant factor in the growth of factory outlets is the ________.

• A) growth of off-price chains
• B) desire of suppliers to control where their discounted merchandise is sold
• C) desire for independent vertical systems by manufacturers
• D) ability of outlets to purchase merchandise for cash

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Definitions:

Current Yield

The annual income (interest or dividends) divided by the current price of the security.

Market Price

The current price at which an asset or service can be bought or sold in the open market.

Zero-Coupon Bond

A type of debt security that does not pay interest (coupon) but is traded at a deep discount, rendering profit at maturity when the bond is redeemed for its full face value.

Yield To Maturity

The total return anticipated on a bond if it is held until it matures, including all interest payments and the repayment of principal.