When Market Rates of Interest Increase,the Use of Floating-Rate Debt

question 44

True/False

When market rates of interest increase,the use of floating-rate debt benefits the issuing company.

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Definitions:

Accumulated Depreciation

The total amount of depreciation expense that has been claimed on an asset since it was put into use, reducing its book value.

Gain on Revaluation

An increase in the value of an asset based on current market prices, resulting in a higher estimated worth than its recorded book value.

Estimated Useful Life

The length of time an asset is expected to be usable for its intended purpose, used to calculate depreciation.

Residual Value

The estimated amount that an asset will realize upon its disposal at the end of its useful life, less the cost of disposal, if any.