Which Two of the Following Are Generally Used to Fund

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which two of the following are generally used to fund the external financing need?
I. sale of fixed assets
II. increase in accounts payable
III. issuance of long-term debt
IV. sale of equity securities

• A)I and II
• B)I and III
• C)II and III
• D)II and IV
• E)III and IV

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Supplier's Demand

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