Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)The investor's opportunity cost of capital is the best available expected return offered in the market on an investment of comparable risk and term of the cash flows being discounted.
• B)Interest rates we observe in the market will vary based on quoting conventions,the term of investment,and risk.
• C)The opportunity cost of capital is the return the investor forgoes when the investor takes on a new investment.
• D)For a risk-free project,the opportunity cost of capital will typically be greater than the interest rate of U.S.Treasury securities with a similar term.

Describe the relationship between disinflation, unemployment rate, and output as explained by the Phillips curve.

Calculate and interpret the sacrifice ratio in scenarios of disinflation.

Explain the impact of central bank policies on unemployment and inflation, including the role of expectations.

Describe the effects of supply shocks on the economy and the response of the central bank.

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Definitions:

Cost of Goods Sold

The direct costs attributable to the production of the goods sold by a company, including material and labor expenses.

Machine-hours

A measure of the amount of time machines are operated, used in allocating overhead costs.

Direct Labour Cost

The total expense of wages paid to workers directly involved in the manufacturing process or production of goods or services.

Cost of Goods Manufactured

The total production cost of goods completed during a specific period, including labor, material, and overhead costs.