Which of the Following Statements Is CORRECT

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is CORRECT?

• A) If a project has "normal" cash flows, then its MIRR must be positive.
• B) If a project has "normal" cash flows, then it will have exactly two real IRRs.
• C) The definition of "normal" cash flows is that the cash flow stream has one or more negative cash flows followed by a stream of positive cash flows and then one negative cash flow at the end of the project's life.
• D) If a project has "normal" cash flows, then it can have only one real IRR, whereas a project with "nonnormal" cash flows might have more than one real IRR.
• E) If a project has "normal" cash flows, then its IRR must be positive.

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Definitions:

Normal Profit Rate

Zero economic profit, providing just the competitive rate of return on the capital (and labor) of owners. An above-normal profit will draw more entry into the market, whereas a below-normal profit will lead to an exit of investors and capital.

Contestable Market

A market where companies can enter and exit freely, with low barriers to entry and exit, leading to competitive prices and efficient outcomes.

Low Entry And Exit

Refers to markets where there are minimal barriers to starting or exiting a business, leading to high levels of competition and innovation.

Highly Contested

Describes a situation, item, or issue that is the subject of intense competition or dispute among parties.