A Planned Issue of $20 Million in BABs Could Be

question 53

Multiple Choice

A planned issue of $20 million in BABs could be hedged by:

• A)a short position in 200 BAB futures contracts
• B)a long position in 200 BAB futures contracts
• C)a short position in 20 BAB futures contracts
• D)a long position in 20 BAB futures contracts.
• E)None of these.

Comprehend the usage and implications of decision tree analysis in evaluating capital budgeting projects.

Understand the significance of correct discount rates in NPV calculations and the impact of risk adjustment.

Grasp the methodology of assigning value to real options and its implications in project evaluation.

Calculate the risk-adjusted NPV of projects using appropriate discount rates and compare different project outcomes.

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