Which of the Following Is NOT a Motivation to Manage

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a motivation to manage earnings?

• A)Companies try to meet or beat Wall Street earnings projections in order to grow market capitalization and increase the value of stock options.
• B)The ideal pattern of earnings is volatility each year over a period of time.
• C)To smooth net income over time.
• D)To maximize compensation including bonuses.

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