Figure 33-5. -Refer to Figure 33-5. the Shift of the Short-Run Aggregate-Supply

question 136

Multiple Choice

Figure 33-5.
-Refer to Figure 33-5. The shift of the short-run aggregate-supply curve from SRAS1 to SRAS2

• A) could be caused by an outbreak of war in the Middle East.
• B) could be caused by a decrease in the expected price level.
• C) causes the economy to experience an increase in the unemployment rate.
• D) causes the economy to experience stagflation.

Understand the concept of and distinguish between various capital budgeting techniques.

Apply the net present value (NPV) method to evaluate investment projects.

Understand and calculate the internal rate of return (IRR) for investment opportunities.

Understand the importance of cash flows in the capital budgeting process.

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Definitions:

Capitalized

Refers to costs that are recorded as an asset on the balance sheet instead of being expensed immediately, in anticipation of future benefit.

Expensed

Describes costs that are charged against income in the period they are incurred, rather than being capitalized.

Normal Return

The expected return on an investment under normal conditions, considering historical averages and market conditions.

Excess Earnings

Profits that exceed the normal expected return on investment or capital for a business operation or asset.