Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)A common approximation is to assume that in the long run,dividends will grow at a constant rate.
• B)The dividend each year is the firm's earnings per share (EPS)multiplied by its dividend payout rate.
• C)There is a tremendous amount of uncertainty associated with any forecast of a firm's future dividends.
• D)During periods of high growth,it is not unusual for firms to pay out 100% of their earnings to shareholders in the form of dividends.

Differentiate between activities that affect the operating, investing, and financing sections of the Statement of Cash Flows.

Understand the concept of net working capital and its significance to a firm’s financial health.

Understand the calculation and management of free cash flow.

Recognize the potential biases in management-prepared financial reports and their implications.

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