The Length of Time Required for an Investment to Generate

question 57

Multiple Choice

The length of time required for an investment to generate cash flows sufficient to recover the initial cost of the investment is called the

• A)net present value.
• B)payback period.
• C)internal rate of return.
• D)profitability index.
• E)discounted cash period.

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