An Increase in the Purchasing Power of Money Need Not

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True/False

An increase in the purchasing power of money need not lead to an increase in the purchasing power of income because the falling price level would likely mean falling wages and salaries.

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Definitions:

Cash Dividend

A payment made by a company out of its earnings to shareholders in the form of cash.

Retained Earnings

The portion of net income left over after dividends have been distributed to shareholders, reinvested into the company.

Board of Directors

A group of individuals elected by shareholders to oversee the management and make strategic decisions for a corporation.

Operating Cycle

The average period of time between the purchase of inventory and the receipt of cash from accounts receivable, representing the length of time a company's capital is tied up.