Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Because the enterprise value represents the entire value of the firm before the firm pays its debt,to form an appropriate multiple,we divide it by a measure of earnings or cash flows after interest payments are made.
• B)We can compute a firm's P/E ratio by using either trailing earnings or forward earnings with the resulting ratio called the trailing P/E or forward P/E.
• C)It is common practice to use valuation multiples based on the firm's enterprise value.
• D)Using a valuation multiple based on comparables is best viewed as a "shortcut" to the discounted cash flow method of valuation.

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Definitions:

Long Run

A period of time in economic analysis where all factors of production and costs are variable, allowing for full adjustment to change.

Average Cost Curve

A graphical representation that shows the cost per unit of output at different levels of production.

Marginal Cost

The extra expense associated with manufacturing an additional unit of a good or service.

Cost of Capital

The rate of return that a company must earn on its investment projects to maintain its market value and attract funds, including the cost of debt and equity financing.