When Is the Discount Rate Used

question 8

Multiple Choice

When is the discount rate used?

• A)When determining the applicable treasury rate.
• B)When computing the present value of future cash flows.
• C)To reduce the price of an investment.
• D)When determining the future value of the firm's cash inflows and outflows.

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