Why Is It Usually Necessary to Use the Time Value

question 77

Multiple Choice

Why is it usually necessary to use the time value of money when performing a cost benefit analysis?

• A)For an investment project to be considered,costs must have a higher dollar value from benefits.
• B)In most investment projects costs are incurred up front,but benefits are provided in the future.
• C)For practical purposes,a dollar today may be considered to be equal to a dollar at some future time.
• D)Although costs and benefits generally occur concurrently,the benefits will accrue value over time,due to interest.

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Definitions:

Accounts Receivable

Amounts owed to a company by customers for goods or services delivered or used but not yet paid for.

Current Liability

Financial obligations that a company is required to pay within one year or within its operating cycle, whichever is longer.

Current Asset

An asset that is expected to be converted into cash, sold, or consumed within one year or within the business's normal operating cycle if longer than a year.