Which of the Following Best Explains Why Is It Sensible

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best explains why is it sensible for a firm to use an accelerated depreciation schedule such as MACRS rather than straight-line depreciation?

• A) The firm will substantially decrease its depreciation tax shield across all of the depreciation timeline.
• B) The firm can decide over how many years an item may be depreciated, thus allowing it full control of its depreciation expenses.
• C) The firm will have substantially fewer depreciation expenses later in the depreciation timeline.
• D) The firm will receive greater benefits to its cash flow earlier in the depreciation timeline and thus increase net present value (NPV).

Comprehend and calculate labor and production requirements and constraints within given scenarios.

Understand the concept of shadow prices and their relevance in sensitivity analysis.

Interpret Solver output messages to diagnose model feasibility and solution characteristics.

Understand the components and purpose of selling expenses in financial reporting.

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Definitions:

Cone Angle

The angle formed between the outer surfaces of a cone, measured at its widest part.

Bevel Gears

Gears designed with angled teeth so they can transmit motion between intersecting shafts, typically at a right angle.

Intersecting Shafts

Shafts that cross each other at any angle other than 90 degrees, often requiring special joint or coupling to transmit power.

Pitch Diameter

The diameter of an imaginary cylindrical surface that runs through the thread of a screw or gear, where this surface would make equal divisions between the peaks and valleys of the threads.