In Theory, the MNE Should Support ________ Debt Ratios Than

question 45

Multiple Choice

In theory, the MNE should support ________ debt ratios than a purely domestic firm because their cash flows are ________.

• A) lower; more stable due to international diversification
• B) lower; less stable due to international diversification
• C) higher; more stable due to international diversification
• D) higher; less stable due to international diversification

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Definitions:

Importing

The process of importing products or services from other countries for the purpose of selling them domestically.

High-Opportunity Cost

A situation where choosing one option results in the loss of the potential gain from other alternatives.

Low-Opportunity Cost

Refers to a situation where choosing one option results in the smallest possible sacrifice in terms of the value of the next best alternative.

Appreciates

When the value of an asset or currency increases in value in comparison to another currency or benchmark.