Other things held constant, which of the following actions would increase the amount of cash on a company's balance sheet? a. the company purchases a new piece of equipment. b. the company pays a dividend. c. the company issues new common stock. d. the company repurchases common stock. e. the company gives customers more time to pay their bills.

Which of the following best explains why buying a house is more beneficial than renting? a. buying is a personal investment while renting involves giving money to the landlord. b. the monthly payments on a mortgage are generally lower than rent on an apartment. c. it's easier to sell a house than it is to get a landlord to break a rental agreement. d. housing prices can go up and down quickly in comparison to the level of rents.