Book Value vs. Market Value Discrepancy
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What is a major limitation of the balance sheet mentioned in the text?

  • It doesn't provide information on current assets.
  • It doesn't directly measure the market value of the entity. (correct)
  • It doesn't classify assets and liabilities.
  • It doesn't include liabilities.
  • How are current assets defined based on the text?

  • Assets consumed within one year or less, regardless of operating cycle.
  • Assets converted to cash within normal operating cycle only.
  • Assets converted to cash within one year or normal operating cycle. (correct)
  • Assets consumed within one year from the balance sheet date.
  • Why does Facebook have a market value to book value ratio well above 1 as mentioned in the text?

  • Because they include all costs in their balance sheet.
  • Because they classify assets as noncurrent.
  • Because they expense items in the year incurred. (correct)
  • Because they estimate receivables accurately.
  • What is included in equity (net assets) according to the text?

    <p>Total assets minus total liabilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does a company's book value in the balance sheet not equal its market value?

    <p>Historical costs are used for assets instead of fair values.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor enhances the usefulness of the balance sheet according to the text?

    <p>Grouping assets and liabilities based on common characteristics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does an increase in the fair value of land owned by a company impact its book value?

    <p>It has no effect on the book value.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are aspects like trained employees and loyal customer relationships not recorded as assets in the balance sheet?

    <p>They have zero book value.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for investors reflecting resources like trained employees and experienced management team in a company's overall market value?

    <p>Understanding their ability to generate future profits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Facebook's annual spending on research and development impact its market value?

    <p>It demonstrates potential for future growth and innovation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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