Jefferson City Computers Has Developed a Forecasting Model to Estimate

question 41

Multiple Choice

Jefferson City Computers has developed a forecasting model to estimate its AFN for the upcoming year.All else being equal,which factor is most likely to lead to an increase of the additional funds needed?

• A)a sharp increase in its forecasted sales
• B)a sharp reduction in its forecasted sales
• C)a reduction in its dividend payout ratio
• D)excess capacity in its fixed assets

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