Which of the Following Statements Is CORRECT

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is CORRECT?

• A) "Window dressing" is any action that improves a firm's fundamental, long-run position and thus increases its intrinsic value.
• B) Borrowing by using short-term notes payable and then using the proceeds to retire long-term debt is an example of "window dressing." Offering discounts to customers who pay with cash rather than buy on credit and then using the funds that come in quicker to purchase additional inventories is another example of "window dressing."
• C) Borrowing on a long-term basis and using the proceeds to retire short-term debt would improve the current ratio and thus could be considered to be an example of "window dressing."
• D) Offering discounts to customers who pay with cash rather than buy on credit and then using the funds that come in quicker to purchase additional inventories is an example of "window dressing."
• E) Using some of the firm's cash to reduce long-term debt is an example of "window dressing."

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Definitions:

Offeror

The party in a contract that proposes the terms of the agreement to another party, known as the offeree.

Definiteness

The quality of being clear and precise, especially in the context of legal contracts, where terms must be explicit to be enforceable.

Present Intent

Refers to the current intention of a person to engage in a legal act, ensuring that the intent aligns with the execution of the act.

Valid Offer

A valid offer is a clear proposal made by one party to another indicating a willingness to enter into a contract under specified terms, which, if accepted, results in a binding agreement.