Business Finance Third Quarterly Exam Reviewer

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What is the primary objective of cash management?

Maintaining an optimal level of cash for daily operations (correct)

Maximizing cash for long-term investments

Holding cash for speculative motives

Minimizing cash for daily operations

Which aspect of a company is measured by the Cash Conversion Cycle?

Credit selection accuracy

Receivables collection time

Time to convert inventory into cash (correct)

Inventory turnover efficiency

What is the primary reason for prioritizing the collection of receivables?

Avoiding credit cooperatives

Boosting credit selection accuracy

Quickly collecting owed money without losing customers (correct)

Reducing the Cash Conversion Cycle

How does an ABC Inventory system assist a company?

By prioritizing inventory safeguarding based on value Signup and view all the answers

What does a positive Net Working Capital indicate about a company?

It has more current assets than current liabilities Signup and view all the answers

What is the key aspect of accounts receivable management influenced by the use of credit scoring?

Credit selection process Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of financial management?

Maximize shareholder wealth Signup and view all the answers

Who is directly responsible for overseeing a company's financial operations?

Financial Manager Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of shareholders in financial management?

Electing the Board of Directors Signup and view all the answers

Which market would a company most likely go to for issuing new securities to raise funds for a long-term project?

Capital market Signup and view all the answers

What category do financial instruments fall into based on their types?

Debt Instruments and Equity Instruments Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a step in the financial planning process?

Evaluating market trends Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of credit cooperatives according to the text?

To help improve the quality of life of its members through financial services. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of financing does the text specifically recommend for business owners looking to purchase new machinery for expansion?

Long-term loans from banks or credit cooperatives. Signup and view all the answers

What is the key reason entrepreneurs may prefer loans from credit cooperatives over commercial banks?

Credit cooperatives have more favorable terms, such as lower interest rates based on membership and community involvement. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not included in the Cash OutFlows section of the Simplified Cash Flow Statement for Tech Solutions?

Taxes Paid Signup and view all the answers

What is the Net Cash Flow for Tech Solutions according to the Simplified Cash Flow Statement?

$90,000 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a sales budget in financial planning?

To estimate future sales revenue based on internal and external information Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of determining contingency plans in financial planning?

Creating a plan in anticipation of a potential economic downturn Signup and view all the answers

What is the most significant factor contributing to the change in the ending cash balance for Amelia's laundry shop, given a 25% increase in collections and no change in expenses?

Increase in collections from sales Signup and view all the answers

If XYZ Merchandising expects a 10% increase in unit sales per quarter, and the forecasted sales for the 1st quarter are 400 bags, what is the expected number of bags to be sold in the 2nd quarter?

440 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of a sales budget in financial planning?

Determining the required production capacity Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following financial planning activities involves 'evaluating whether to increase investment in new technology or allocate more funds to marketing'?

Understanding specific goals related to sales and technology Signup and view all the answers