A Program That Attaches Itself to Other Programs and Changes

question 16

Multiple Choice

A program that attaches itself to other programs and changes programs or destroys data is a(n) ______.

• A) computer virus
• B) purge program
• C) inoculation program
• D) immunity deficiency program

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Definitions:

Financial Leverage

The use of borrowed funds with the aim to increase the returns on equity by financing projects with debt rather than equity.

EBIT

Earnings Before Interest and Taxes, a measure of a company's profitability excluding interest and income tax expenses.

Capital Structure

Capital structure refers to the mix of a company's long-term debt, specific short-term debt, common equity, and preferred equity, which is considered when financing its overall operations and growth.

Bankruptcy Risk

Bankruptcy risk refers to the likelihood that a company will be unable to meet its debt obligations and may be forced into bankruptcy.