The Discount Rate Used in a Net Present Value Analysis

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Multiple Choice

The discount rate used in a net present value analysis is the ________.

• A) rate of inflation
• B) rate of interest earned on a savings account
• C) required rate of return or the hurdle rate
• D) rate of interest charged for debt financing of an investment

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