FUNDAMENTALS OF FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
FUNDAMENTALS OF FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
6th Edition
ISBN: 9781259684234
Author: PHILLIPS
Publisher: MCG/CREATE
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Chapter C, Problem 1Q
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To explain: The concept of time value of money.

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Time value of money explains the idea of dollar that is received at present and which is worth more than a dollar to receive at any later date and thus, it can be invested today to earn interest over time.

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