Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)The data show a clear preference for equity as a source of external financing for the total population of U.S.firms.
• B)Debt as a fraction of firm value has varied in a range from 30-45% for the average firm.
• C)Capital expenditures greatly exceed firms' external financing,implying that most investment and growth is supported by internally generated funds,such as retained earnings.
• D)Firms in growth industries like biotechnology or high technology carry very little debt,whereas airlines,auto makers,utilities,and financial firms have high leverage ratios.

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Definitions:

Capital Rationing

The process of selecting the most profitable projects to invest in when a company has limited resources or capital available.

Present Value

The present value of anticipated future cash flows or sums of money, calculated with a given rate of earnings.

Net Cash Flow

The difference between a company's cash inflows and outflows during a specific period, providing insight into its financial health and liquidity.

Internal Rate Of Return

The discount rate at which the net present value of all the cash flows from an investment equal zero.