Financial Management Techniques: Master Financial Decision-Making for Business Success

Question 1

Which of the following is a measure of a company's profitability?

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Gross profit margin

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Quick ratio

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Current ratio

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Debt-to-equity ratio

Question 2

What does the break-even point represent?

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The level of sales necessary to cover all fixed and variable costs

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The point at which a business begins to make a profit

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The minimum level of sales required to cover fixed costs

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The sales volume that maximizes a business's profit margin

Question 3

How can fixed costs be distinguished from variable costs?

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Fixed costs remain constant regardless of the level of activity, while variable costs change with the level of activity.

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Variable costs remain constant regardless of the level of activity, while fixed costs change with the level of activity.

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Fixed costs are incurred in the short term, while variable costs are incurred in the long term.

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Variable costs are incurred in the short term, while fixed costs are incurred in the long term.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of break-even analysis?

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To determine the minimum sales revenue required to cover costs

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To assess the profitability of a new product

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To forecast future financial performance

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To evaluate the efficiency of operations

Question 5

Which of the following factors should NOT be considered in a cost-benefit analysis?

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Historical data

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Tangible benefits

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Intangible benefits

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Opportunity cost

Question 6

What is the advantage of using a liquidity ratio compared to a solvency ratio?

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Liquidity ratios provide a shorter-term perspective.

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Liquidity ratios are simpler to calculate.

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Liquidity ratios are more reliable.

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There is no advantage.

Question 7

What is the primary goal of financial management?

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To maximize shareholder value

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To minimize risk

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To increase sales

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To improve customer satisfaction

Question 8

The break-even point refers to the situation when a company's:

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Revenue equals its costs

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Profit margin is zero

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Production capacity is fully utilized

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Profitability becomes positive

Question 9

The primary distinction between fixed and variable costs lies in their behavior in relation to:

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Activity level

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Production volume

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Revenue

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Time

Question 10

The primary purpose of sensitivity analysis in financial management is to:

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Evaluate the impact of changing assumptions on a project's financial performance

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Determine a project's break-even point

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Forecast future cash flows

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Assess a project's risk level

Question 11

Which of the following is not considered a conventional capital budgeting technique?

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Linear regression

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Net present value

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Internal rate of return

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Payback period

Question 12

Which financial ratio specifically assesses a company's ability to meet its short-term financial obligations?

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Current ratio

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Profit margin

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Return on investment

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Debt-to-equity ratio

Question 13

What is the primary purpose of a cash flow statement?

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To provide insights into a company's cash inflows and outflows

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To determine a company's profitability

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To calculate a company's return on investment

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To assess a company's liquidity

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a potential advantage of utilizing cost-benefit analysis?

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Ensuring a positive return on investment

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Facilitating informed decision-making

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Quantifying the potential costs and benefits of various options

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Enabling the comparison of alternative projects

Question 15

What fundamental distinction characterizes fixed costs from variable costs?

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Fixed costs remain constant irrespective of production output, while variable costs fluctuate with output levels

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Variable costs are fixed in the short term, while fixed costs vary in the long term

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Fixed costs are only incurred when a company produces, whereas variable costs are incurred regardless of production

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Variable costs are constant per unit of output, while fixed costs vary per unit of output

Question 16

Express the mathematical formula used to calculate the current ratio.

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Current assets divided by Current liabilities

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Current liabilities divided by Current assets

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Total assets divided by Total liabilities

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(Current assets plus Current liabilities) divided by Total assets

Question 17

What is the primary reason for having a contingency fund in cash flow management?

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To cater to unforeseen expenses

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To minimize the likelihood of overdraft

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To enhance the company's return on investment

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To reduce the company's tax liability

Question 18

What is the overarching purpose of conducting a cost-benefit analysis in financial management?

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To identify the optimal option for achieving a specific financial goal

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To determine the most profitable investment

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To justify major capital expenditures

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To evaluate the effectiveness of ongoing projects

Question 19

Which financial ratio is commonly used to gauge a company's financial leverage?

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Debt-to-equity ratio

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Current ratio

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Return on investment

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Gross profit margin

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a key financial management technique discussed in the unit?

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Marketing analysis

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Financial ratios

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Cash flow analysis

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Break-even analysis

Question 21

Which financial ratio assesses a company's ability to cover its obligations that are due within the next twelve months?

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Current ratio

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Debt-to-equity ratio

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Gross profit margin

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Return on assets

Question 22

What is the primary purpose of cash flow analysis?

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To evaluate a company's ability to generate and manage cash

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To assess the profitability of a business

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To forecast future financial performance

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To evaluate investment returns

Question 23

What is an ethical obligation of financial managers when making decisions?

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To prioritize the interests of all stakeholders

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To solely focus on maximizing profits

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To disregard ethical considerations

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To consider only the interests of shareholders

Question 24

What is the primary purpose of break-even analysis?

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To determine the sales volume required to cover all costs (breakeven point)

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To evaluate the profitability of a project or investment

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To assess the financial risk of a business

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To compare the performance of different investment options

Question 25

Which of the following financial ratios measures the efficiency of a company's use of assets?

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Asset turnover ratio

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Current ratio

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Debt-to-equity ratio

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Profit margin

Question 26

What is the key difference between cash flow and profit?

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Cash flow measures the actual inflow and outflow of cash, while profit measures the net income over a period of time

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Profit measures the actual inflow and outflow of cash, while cash flow measures the net income over a period of time

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Cash flow and profit are essentially the same concept

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Cash flow is always greater than profit

Question 27

What is the primary objective of financial management?

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To maximize the value of the firm for its shareholders

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To minimize risk

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To ensure compliance with regulations

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To increase revenue

Question 28

Which of the following factors does NOT influence a business's working capital requirements?

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Political stability

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Sales volume

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Inventory turnover

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Interest rates

Question 29

What is the formula for calculating the debt-to-equity ratio?

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Total debt / Total equity

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Total equity / Total debt

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Total assets / Total liabilities

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Net income / Total debt

Question 30

Which of the following is not considered a key financial management technique?

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Market research

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Financial ratios

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Cost-benefit analysis

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Cash flow analysis

Question 31

A company's current ratio is 1.5. What does this indicate about the company's financial position?

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The company has current assets 1.5 times greater than current liabilities

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The company has current liabilities 1.5 times greater than current assets

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The company is unable to pay its short-term debts

Question 32

What is the primary purpose of cash flow analysis?

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To assess a company's ability to generate and manage cash

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To determine a company's long-term financial health

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To evaluate a company's profitability

Question 33

The break-even point in business refers to the level of output at which:

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Total revenue generated equals total costs incurred

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Fixed costs exceed variable costs

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Variable costs exceed fixed costs

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Profit is maximized

Question 34

Which of the following is a key benefit of conducting cost-benefit analysis?

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It enables managers to compare the costs and benefits of alternative options

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It eliminates the need for financial ratios

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It guarantees a positive return on investment

Question 35

Which of the following is a recognized limitation of using financial ratios?

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Financial ratios can be distorted by accounting policies

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Financial ratios can be used to accurately predict future performance

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Financial ratios provide a comprehensive view of a company's financial health

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Financial ratios are always 100% accurate

Question 36

The payback period for an investment is the length of time it takes for the investment to:

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Generate sufficient cash flow to cover its initial cost

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Maximize its return on investment

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Reach its break-even point

Question 37

Which of the following principles is a cornerstone of financial management?

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Maximizing shareholder value

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Minimizing risk at all costs

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Maintaining a consistently high level of debt

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Spending as much cash as possible

Question 38

What is the primary function of financial management within a business organization?

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To plan, organize, and control the financial resources of the organization

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To manage customer service inquiries

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To develop and implement marketing strategies

Question 39

Which financial ratio measures a company's ability to meet its short-term obligations?

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Current ratio

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Return on assets

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Debt-to-equity ratio

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Inventory turnover ratio

Question 40

A company's cash inflow is expected to be £200,000 and its cash outflow is expected to be £150,000 for a given period. What is the company's projected cash flow?

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£50,000

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£200,000

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-£50,000

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£150,000

Question 41

At what level of output will a company neither make a profit nor incur a loss?

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Break-even point

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Contribution margin

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Fixed costs

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Margin of safety

Question 42

Which of the following is NOT a consideration when conducting a cost-benefit analysis?

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Ethical implications

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Benefits of implementation

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Payback period

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Costs of implementation

Question 43

A company has an inventory turnover ratio of 10. What does this indicate?

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The company sells its inventory 10 times a year.

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The company has 10 months of inventory on hand.

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The company holds 10 units of inventory for every £1 of sales.

Question 44

The debt-to-equity ratio is a measure of a company's:

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Financial leverage

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Profitability

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Market value

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Liquidity

Question 45

Which of the following is a key element of effective financial management?

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Budgeting

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Social media marketing

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Political lobbying

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Product development

Question 46

A company's return on assets (ROA) is 10%. What does this mean?

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For every £1 of assets, the company earns 10p of profit.

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The company has £1 of assets for every £10 of profit.

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The company's assets are worth £10.

Question 47

Which of the following is a benefit of using financial ratios?

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They allow for comparisons between companies.

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They can predict future financial performance.

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They provide a complete picture of a company's financial health.

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They are easy to calculate.

Question 48

The margin of safety is a measure of a company's:

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Ability to withstand a decline in sales

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Financial leverage

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Profitability

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Liquidity