CCM Cash Management Fundamentals

Question 1

What is the primary goal of cash management?

Accepted Answer

To maintain liquidity and optimize cash usage

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To eliminate all short-term debt

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To reduce tax liabilities

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To maximize profitability

Question 2

Which of the following best describes a cash flow forecast?

Accepted Answer

A projection of future cash inflows and outflows

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A list of unpaid invoices

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A statement of past revenue

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A breakdown of payroll expenses

Question 3

Why is working capital management important in cash management?

Accepted Answer

It helps maintain operational liquidity

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It reduces employee turnover

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It controls long-term liabilities

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It improves equity financing

Question 4

What is float in cash management?

Accepted Answer

Time delay between payment and fund availability

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A cash reserve held by the company

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A type of short-term investment

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A ledger of projected expenses

Question 5

Which tool is commonly used to manage day-to-day cash needs?

Accepted Answer

Cash positioning report

Answer

Annual budget report

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Shareholder equity statement

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Accounts receivable ledger

Question 6

What does liquidity refer to in cash management?

Accepted Answer

Availability of short-term cash

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Ability to generate long-term profits

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Access to physical assets

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Amount of outstanding equity