A Firm's Collection Policy, I

question 75

True/False

A firm's collection policy, i.e., the procedures it follows to collect accounts receivable, plays an important role in keeping its average collection period short, although too strict a collection policy can reduce profits due to lost sales.

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Definitions:

Net Fixed Assets

The value of a company's fixed assets minus any accumulated depreciation or impairment charges, reflecting the actual value of assets in use.

Intangible Fixed Assets

Non-physical assets owned by a company that are used in operations, such as intellectual property, goodwill, and licenses.

Statement of Financial Position

A financial statement that presents the assets, liabilities, and shareholders' equity of a company at a specific point in time, commonly referred to as a balance sheet.

Income Statement

A financial statement that provides a summary of a company's revenues, expenses, and profits/losses over a period of time.