The NPV Method Is the Preferred Method Over IRR for Selecting

question 121

Multiple Choice

The NPV method is the preferred method over IRR for selecting projects because ________.

• A) its use leads to shareholder value maximization
• B) it accounts for the time value of money
• C) it assumes that cash flows are reinvested at the internal rate of return
• D) it gives a project ranking consistent with that of IRR

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