Which of the Following Statements Is NOT CORRECT

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT CORRECT?

• A) Credit policy has an impact on working capital because it influences both sales and the time before receivables are collected.
• B) The cash budget is useful to help estimate future financing needs, especially the need for short-term working capital loans.
• C) If a firm wants to generate more cash flow from operations in the next month or two, it could change its credit policy from 2/10 net 30 to net 60.
• D) Managing working capital is important because it influences financing decisions and the firm's profitability.
• E) A company may hold a relatively large amount of cash and marketable securities if it is uncertain about its volume of sales, profits, and cash flows during the coming year.

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Definitions:

Down Payment

An initial, upfront payment made for the purchase of an asset, with the balance of the price to be paid later.

Present Value

The valuation today of an incoming stream of cash or one-time future payment, after accounting for a specified rate of return.

Cash Outflows

Money or cash disbursed by the business for various purposes, such as paying expenses, investing in assets, or repaying debts.

Cash Inflows

Money received by a business from its various activities, including sales, financing, and investments.