How Many Significant Figures Does the Result of the Following

question 144

Multiple Choice

How many significant figures does the result of the following sum contain
8.520 + 2.7

• A) 1
• B) 2
• C) 3
• D) 4
• E) 5

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Definitions:

Cash Flows

The movement of money into and out of a business or project, considered as a measure of its financial health.

Financial Break-even Point

The level of revenue necessary to cover all operating and financial costs, including interest and principal payments, yielding a net income of zero.

Discounted Payback Period

The amount of time it takes for an investment to generate enough cash flows to recover the initial outlay, with the cash flows discounted to account for the time value of money.

Forecasting Risk

The potential deviation of outcomes from predicted results in financial projections, due to uncertainties in the market or inaccurate assumptions.