Theme 2.4 Flashcards

Making financial decisions (26 cards)

1
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What is the primary purpose of financial decision-making in a business?

A

To allocate resources effectively to maximize profits.

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True or False: Financial decisions only involve spending money.

A

False

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3
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Fill in the blank: The three main financial statements are the income statement, balance sheet, and _______.

A

cash flow statement

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What does the income statement show?

A

It shows a company’s revenues and expenses over a specific period.

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5
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a source of finance?

A

Market research

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6
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What is the difference between fixed and variable costs?

A

Fixed costs do not change with production levels, while variable costs do.

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True or False: A high gross profit margin indicates a company is inefficient.

A

False

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8
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Fill in the blank: The formula for calculating profit is _______ minus expenses.

A

revenue

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9
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What is cash flow?

A

The movement of money in and out of a business.

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10
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a long-term source of finance?

A

Debentures

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What is the break-even point?

A

The level of sales at which total revenues equal total costs.

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12
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True or False: Profit is the same as cash flow.

A

False

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13
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Fill in the blank: A _______ is a financial plan that outlines expected revenues and expenses.

A

budget

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What is the purpose of a cash flow forecast?

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To predict future cash inflows and outflows.

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15
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Multiple choice: What does ROI stand for?

A

Return on Investment

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16
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What is a financial ratio?

A

A mathematical comparison of two financial metrics.

17
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True or False: A higher debt-to-equity ratio indicates a business is less risky.

18
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Fill in the blank: A _______ is an obligation to pay back borrowed money.

19
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What is the importance of budgeting for a business?

A

It helps manage finances and ensures resources are allocated effectively.

20
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a short-term source of finance?

21
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What does liquidity refer to in financial terms?

A

The ability of a business to meet its short-term obligations.

22
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True or False: A profit and loss account is the same as a balance sheet.

23
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Fill in the blank: The _______ ratio compares a company’s current assets to its current liabilities.

24
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What is the significance of the net profit margin?

A

It indicates how much profit a company makes for every dollar of revenue.

25
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a non-current asset?
Property
26
What role do stakeholders play in financial decision-making?
They influence and are affected by the financial performance of the business.