Why Is an Analysis of the Pattern and Variability of the Investing

question 6

Multiple Choice

Why is an analysis of the pattern and variability of the investing company's cash flows so important as part of the short-term investment process?

• A)it guides dollar amounts and maturities of investments
• B)it insures that state and federal regulations are met
• C)it protects the investment manager against shareholder lawsuits
• D)it ensures that the company's brokers and banks do not trick the company into making overly risky investments

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