The Length of Time Between the Acquisition of Inventory and the Collection

question 112

Multiple Choice

The length of time between the acquisition of inventory and the collection of cash from receivables is called the:

• A) operating cycle.
• B) inventory period.
• C) accounts receivable period.
• D) accounts payable period.
• E) cash cyclE.

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Definitions:

Nominal Rate

The nominal rate is the interest rate set by the lending institution, not adjusted for inflation, representing the face value of the interest rate.

Inflation

An upward trend in the cost of goods and services, which lowers the effectiveness of buying power.

Coupon Bonds

Debt securities that pay the holder a fixed interest rate (coupon rate) over the life of the bond, culminating in the principal amount at maturity.

Pay Interest

The act of making periodic payments to lenders as compensation for borrowing money.