Maximization of Shareholder Wealth as a Goal Is Superior to Accounting

question 16

Multiple Choice

Maximization of shareholder wealth as a goal is superior to accounting profit maximization because

• A) it considers the time value of the money.
• B) following the shareholder wealth maximization goal will ensure high stock prices.
• C) accounting profits are not the same as cash flows.
• D) A and C.

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