Money Received Today Is Worth More Than the Same Amount

question 84

Multiple Choice

Money received today is worth more than the same amount of money received in the future.This is true because

• A) money received today can grow at a compounded rate.
• B) future inflation will devalue your current investments.
• C) all goods and services will cost more in the future.
• D) unique investment opportunities exist today, which may not be available in the future.

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Definitions:

Income Statement

A financial statement that shows a company's revenues and expenses, leading to the net profit or loss over a specific period.

Acid-test Ratio

A stringent indicator that determines whether a firm has enough short-term assets to cover its immediate liabilities without selling inventory.

Current Ratio

A financial ratio indicating a firm's capacity to settle short-term debts due within a year, determined by dividing its current assets by its current liabilities.

Marketable Securities

Financial instruments and assets that are easily liquidable and can be converted into cash quickly at a reasonable price.