The Present Value Index Is Computed Using Which of the Following

question 83

Multiple Choice

The present value index is computed using which of the following formulas?

• A) Amount to be invested/Average rate of return
• B) Total present value of net cash flow/Amount to be invested
• C) Total present value of net cash flow/Average rate of return
• D) Amount to be invested/Total present value of net cash flow

Analyze the impact of capital expenditures and cash dividends on cash flow.

Calculate a company's free cash flow.

Recognize the effects of transactions involving property, plant, and equipment on cash flows.

Understand how changes in balance sheet accounts affect the cash flow statement.

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Definitions:

Cost Generation

Relates to the creation or incurrence of costs or expenses in the production of goods or services.

Controllable Margin

The portion of profit or margin that can be influenced by managing operating costs and expenses.

Operating Data

Information related to the day-to-day functions and performance of a business, used for analysis and decision making.

Contribution Margin

The difference between a company's sales revenue and its variable costs.