Which of the Following Describes the Time Value of Money

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes the time value of money?

• A) The time value of money has no effect on the timing of capital investments.
• B) Money loses its purchasing power over time through inflation.
• C) The fact that invested cash may not earn interest over time is called the time value of money.
• D) A dollar received today is worth more than a dollar to be received in the future.

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Definitions:

Total Assets

The sum of everything an organization owns, both current and noncurrent, that can be used to generate value.

Income Statement

A report detailing a business's income, outgoings, and profit over a set period.

Financial Statement

A financial statement is a report that provides information regarding a company's financial performance and position, including its income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement.

Profit

The financial gain achieved when the amount of revenue gained from a business activity exceeds the expenses, costs, and taxes involved in sustaining the activity.