Asked by Shayan Patel on Jul 06, 2024

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When credit policy is at the optimal point, the:

A) Total costs of granting credit will be maximized.
B) Carrying costs of credit will be equal to zero.
C) Opportunity cost of credit will be equal to zero.
D) Carrying costs will equal the opportunity costs.
E) Total costs will equal the opportunity costs.

Optimal Point

The most favorable position or condition that yields the maximum benefit or efficiency in a given situation, such as in investment or production.

Credit Policy

Rules a business adheres to for assessing a customer's eligibility for credit and the stipulations under which it is offered.

Opportunity Cost

The most valuable alternative that is given up if a particular investment is undertaken.

  • Learn the principles of optimal credit policy and its impact on a firm's finances.
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Tahgi JonesJul 07, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
At the optimal point of a credit policy, the carrying costs (costs associated with extending credit, such as the risk of bad debts and the cost of financing the credit) are balanced with the opportunity costs (potential revenue lost by not extending more credit). This balance minimizes the total cost associated with granting credit.