Net Present Value Analysis Often Indicates That Investment Proposals in Advanced

question 61

Multiple Choice

Net present value analysis often indicates that investment proposals in advanced technologies should be rejected when in reality the investment is justified. This can occur because:

• A) hurdle rates are too low.
• B) some benefits are difficult to quantify.
• C) the time horizons used are too long.
• D) the cash flows are certain.

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