An investment is multiplied to required rate of return, to calculate: _____________?
Correct answer: B. imputed cost of investmentHire An Accountant
- A. congruent cost of investment
- B. imputed cost of investmentHire An Accountant
- C. operating cost of investment
- D. transfer cost of investment
Explanation
Multiplying the investment base by the required rate of return produces an imputed cost of investment, also called a capital charge. It represents the return that the invested funds are expected to earn rather than a recorded operating expense.
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