The Decision Rule a Payables Manager Should Follow When Considering

question 14

Multiple Choice

The decision rule a payables manager should follow when considering how best to apply NPV analysis to payables decisions is to _______________,so long as payment is not made late.

• A)ignore the NPV and follow usual industry payment practices
• B)delay payment for an additional day as long as NPV continues to fall
• C)delay payment for an additional day as long as NPV continues to increase
• D)always pay within the cash discount period

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