This Should Be the Primary Objective of a Firm as It

question 8

Multiple Choice

This should be the primary objective of a firm as it may actually be the most beneficial for society in the long run.

• A)Minimizing layoffs
• B)Maximizing market share
• C)Minimizing costs
• D)Maximizing shareholder value

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Definitions:

Put Option

A financial derivative that gives the holder the right but not the obligation to sell a specified amount of an underlying asset at a predetermined price within a specified time frame.

Foreign Currency

Monetary units issued by countries other than the home country of a business or investor, involved in international transactions.

Right to Sell

The legal permission or authority given to a person or entity to sell a product or service.

Currency Swap

A financial derivative product that allows two parties to exchange principal and interest in different currencies, used to hedge currency risk or obtain financing in foreign currency.