You Are Considering a Project with the Following Data: Internal

question 105

Multiple Choice

You are considering a project with the following data: Internal rate of return 8.7%
Profitability ratio .98
Net present value -$393
Payback period 2.44 years
Required return 9.5%
Which one of the following is correct given this information?

• A) The discount rate used in computing the net present value must have been less than 8.7%.
• B) The discounted payback period will have to be less than 2.44 years.
• C) The discount rate used to compute the profitability ratio was equal to the internal rate of return.
• D) This project should be accepted based on the profitability ratio.
• E) This project should be rejected based on the internal rate of return.

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Definitions:

Minimum Cash Balance

The least amount of cash a company aims to hold in its accounts to meet immediate transaction demands.

Bank Requirement

Specific conditions imposed by a bank on a borrower or account holder, including minimum balances and fees.

Risk Assessment

The identification, evaluation, and prioritization of risks followed by coordinated efforts to minimize, monitor, and control the probability or impact of unfortunate events.

Internal Control

The processes and procedures implemented by a company to safeguard its assets, ensure accurate and reliable financial reporting, and promote compliance with laws and regulations.