Which of the Following Is NOT an Important Factor in the Continuation

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an important factor in the continuation of empty-shell marriages?

• A)habit and fear of change on the part of the partners
• B)dissolution that may cause severe financial hardship
• C)social pressure by others
• D)divorce laws that make it difficult to end these relationships
• E)marriage counselors who put first priority on saving the marriage

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Price-Earnings Ratio

A valuation ratio of a company's current share price compared to its per-share earnings, often used to assess if a stock is over or under-valued.

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Interest Expense

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Price-Earnings Ratio

A valuation metric for stocks, calculated by dividing the current market price of the stock by its earnings per share.