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Which type of deposit can be transferred from one person to another through cheques?
Which type of deposit can be transferred from one person to another through cheques?
- Time Deposits
- Recurring Deposits
- Demand Deposits (correct)
- Savings Deposits
Which of the following is included in M1 money supply?
Which of the following is included in M1 money supply?
- Time Deposits with Banks
- Deposits of Other Banks with RBI
- Demand Deposits (correct)
- Post Office Savings Deposits
What does M2 money supply include in addition to M1?
What does M2 money supply include in addition to M1?
- Currency held by the RBI
- All Demand Deposits
- Savings Deposits of Post Office Banks (correct)
- Time Deposits of Banks
Which money supply measure is considered the widest?
Which money supply measure is considered the widest?
Time deposits typically require what for large withdrawals?
Time deposits typically require what for large withdrawals?
Which aspect of finance involves forecasting and budgeting?
Which aspect of finance involves forecasting and budgeting?
Which measure of money supply is least liquid?
Which measure of money supply is least liquid?
What distinguishes demand deposits from other types of deposits?
What distinguishes demand deposits from other types of deposits?
What are the two main groups of assets in capital investment decisions?
What are the two main groups of assets in capital investment decisions?
Which function of finance directly pertains to how a company raises funds?
Which function of finance directly pertains to how a company raises funds?
What term describes the combination of internal and external funds used in financing?
What term describes the combination of internal and external funds used in financing?
Which factors are important for making financing decisions?
Which factors are important for making financing decisions?
What aspect of financial management deals with the distribution of profit between dividends and retained earnings?
What aspect of financial management deals with the distribution of profit between dividends and retained earnings?
In what situation would a firm likely retain more earnings rather than pay out dividends?
In what situation would a firm likely retain more earnings rather than pay out dividends?
What is the main purpose of capital budgeting?
What is the main purpose of capital budgeting?
Which analysis is typically performed to assess financing decisions?
Which analysis is typically performed to assess financing decisions?
What does profit maximization imply?
What does profit maximization imply?
Why is profit maximization criticized in the current business environment?
Why is profit maximization criticized in the current business environment?
What does wealth maximization focus on?
What does wealth maximization focus on?
How can a firm maximize the wealth of its owners?
How can a firm maximize the wealth of its owners?
What is a key advantage of the wealth maximization objective over profit maximization?
What is a key advantage of the wealth maximization objective over profit maximization?
Which factor does wealth maximization consider that profit maximization does not?
Which factor does wealth maximization consider that profit maximization does not?
What does the market price of a firm's stock reflect?
What does the market price of a firm's stock reflect?
Why might a firm that focuses on profit maximization refrain from paying dividends?
Why might a firm that focuses on profit maximization refrain from paying dividends?
What is a primary goal of shareholders concerning a firm's performance?
What is a primary goal of shareholders concerning a firm's performance?
What does ratio analysis primarily evaluate?
What does ratio analysis primarily evaluate?
Which aspect is crucial for capital budgeting decisions?
Which aspect is crucial for capital budgeting decisions?
How is ratio defined in the context of financial analysis?
How is ratio defined in the context of financial analysis?
What is capital budgeting focused on?
What is capital budgeting focused on?
What does the market price of a share reflect?
What does the market price of a share reflect?
Why is ratio analysis essential for financial management?
Why is ratio analysis essential for financial management?
What best describes wealth maximization in a firm?
What best describes wealth maximization in a firm?
Which technique is NOT commonly used in capital investment appraisal?
Which technique is NOT commonly used in capital investment appraisal?
What is the primary purpose of determining an optimum capital structure?
What is the primary purpose of determining an optimum capital structure?
Which of the following best describes the difference between stock and flow?
Which of the following best describes the difference between stock and flow?
Which method focuses on the profitability of an investment relative to its cost?
Which method focuses on the profitability of an investment relative to its cost?
Which of the following is NOT considered a financial asset?
Which of the following is NOT considered a financial asset?
What does the term 'monetary asset' specifically refer to?
What does the term 'monetary asset' specifically refer to?
In capital structure decisions, what analysis is used to measure the effect of financing decisions on earnings?
In capital structure decisions, what analysis is used to measure the effect of financing decisions on earnings?
Which technique is often used to determine optimal inventory levels?
Which technique is often used to determine optimal inventory levels?
Study Notes
Time Deposits and Demand Deposits
- Time deposits are investments held for a specific term, typically earning higher interest rates.
- Demand deposits function as a medium of exchange and can be transferred between individuals using cheques and clearing systems.
- Savings deposits allow withdrawals on demand, whereas time deposits, including recurring and cumulative deposits, require advance notice for large withdrawals.
Measurement of Money Supply
- Money supply represents the total amount of money circulating in the economy at a given time.
- M1 includes currency in circulation, demand deposits at banks, and bank deposits with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
- M2, known as narrow money, adds post office savings deposits to M1.
- M3 encompasses M1, demand deposits, and net time deposits in banks.
- M4, the broadest measure, includes all aspects of M3 plus post office savings, and is the least liquid.
Understanding Finance
- Finance involves managing money, covering activities like investing, borrowing, lending, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Finance is categorized into personal finance, corporate finance, and public finance.
Functions of Financial Management
- Investment Decisions: Focus on allocating resources for long-term (capital budgeting) and short-term (working capital management) assets.
- Financing Decisions: Concerned with sourcing funds, maintaining the balance between owners' equity and borrowed funds, and employing financial leverage.
- Dividend/Share Repurchase Decisions: Relate to distributing profits between dividends and retained earnings, with impacts on future expansion and shareholder value.
Profit Maximization vs. Wealth Maximization
- Profit maximization aims to yield the highest profit output relative to input but can be critiqued for promoting wasteful goods, assuming competitive markets that may not exist.
- Wealth maximization assesses net present value (NPV) to optimize organizational value and involves efficient decision-making in capital investments and financing.
- Shareholders prefer an increase in wealth reflected by stock prices over merely higher profits.
Techniques of Financial Management
- Ratio Analysis: Evaluates a firm's financial performance through ratios calculated from financial statements, providing insights into strength and weaknesses.
- Capital Budgeting: Decisions on long-term investments aimed at enhancing revenue, involving techniques like payback period, net present value, and internal rate of return.
- Working Capital Management: Involves managing short-term assets through techniques like economic order quantity and cash management.
- Capital Structure: The optimal mix of debt and equity financing to maximize shareholder wealth, analyzed through financial leverage and breakeven points.
Concepts of Stock and Flow
- Stock represents a quantity measured at a specific moment; flow captures a quantity measured over a span of time.
- Understanding stock and flow is crucial for economic analysis and evaluating variables.
Monetary vs. Financial Assets
- Financial assets gain value from contractual claims, including cash equivalents and securities.
- Monetary assets are types of financial assets reflecting money (cash) or those that can be converted into a fixed amount of cash.
- Examples of monetary assets include cash, bank deposits, and receivables, while financial assets comprise broader categories like investments and accounts receivable.
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Description
This quiz explores the concepts of time deposits and demand deposits, highlighting their functions and differences. Additionally, it covers the measurement of money supply, including M1, M2, M3, and M4 categories. Test your knowledge on how these financial concepts interrelate in modern finance.
