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Net working capital is defined as:

  • Current assets minus current liabilities. (correct)
  • Total assets minus total liabilities.
  • Available cash minus current liabilities.
  • The depreciated book value of a firm's fixed assets.
  • The value of a firm's current assets.
  • Which one of the following terms is defined as the total tax paid divided by the total taxable income?

  • Average tax rate (correct)
  • Absolute tax rate
  • Contingent tax rate
  • Marginal tax rate
  • Variable tax rate
  • The tax rate that determines the amount of tax that will be due on the next dollar of taxable income earned is called the:

  • Average tax rate
  • Ordinary tax rate
  • Variable tax rate
  • Marginal tax rate (correct)
  • Fixed tax rate
  • Cash flow from assets is defined as:

    <p>Operating cash flow minus the change in net working capital minus net capital spending.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cash flow to creditors is defined as:

    <p>Interest paid minus net new borrowing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cash flow to stockholders is defined as:

    <p>Dividends paid minus net new equity raised.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Production equipment is classified as:

    <p>A tangible fixed asset.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Net working capital includes:

    <p>An invoice from a supplier.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Paid-in surplus is classified as:

    <p>Owners' equity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Net working capital decreases when:

    <p>A dividend is paid to current shareholders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The market value:

    <p>Of an asset tends to provide a better guide to the actual worth of that asset than does the book value.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Market values:

    <p>Reflect expected selling prices given the current economic situation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Net Working Capital

    • Defined as current assets minus current liabilities.
    • Important for assessing a firm's liquidity and operational efficiency.

    Average Tax Rate

    • Calculated as total tax paid divided by total taxable income.
    • Useful for understanding the overall tax burden of an individual or business.

    Marginal Tax Rate

    • Represents the tax rate on the next dollar of taxable income earned.
    • Critical for tax planning and forecasting.

    Cash Flow from Assets

    • Defined as operating cash flow minus the change in net working capital minus net capital spending.
    • Indicates the cash generated or used by a firm's asset base.

    Cash Flow to Creditors

    • Defined as interest paid minus net new borrowing.
    • Essential for understanding the financial obligations of a firm to its debt holders.

    Cash Flow to Stockholders

    • Defined as dividends paid minus net new equity raised.
    • Reflects the cash returned to shareholders and affects stockholder perceptions.

    Production Equipment Classification

    • Classified as a tangible fixed asset.
    • Represents long-term resources utilized in production processes.

    Net Working Capital Components

    • Includes items like invoices from suppliers, reflecting short-term financial obligations.
    • Excludes non-current assets or expenses like land purchases and fixed asset depreciation.
    • Classified as owners' equity.
    • Represents the amount shareholders have invested in excess of the par value of stock.

    Net Working Capital Dynamics

    • Decreases when dividends are paid to shareholders.
    • Influenced by financial activities, such as borrowing and inventory purchases.

    Market Value of Assets

    • Generally, the market value provides a better guide to an asset's actual worth compared to its book value.
    • Reflects current economic conditions and perceptions.

    Market Values Overview

    • Market values reflect expected selling prices and can be influenced by economic situations.
    • Differ from book values, which may not accurately represent the current worth of assets.

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    Test your knowledge on basic finance concepts such as net working capital and tax rates. This quiz covers definitions and calculations essential for understanding financial statements and tax implications. Perfect for students and professionals looking to refresh their financial knowledge.

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