WorldCom Classified $3

question 22

Multiple Choice

WorldCom classified $3.85 billion in operating expenses as long-term investments. How would this make WorldCom's financial statements more attractive to investors?

• A) by decreasing depreciation
• B) by reducing capital expenditures
• C) by raising its reported earnings
• D) by boosting its cash flows

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