Question 13 Which statement about taxes is accurate? Taxes represent the greatest inflow of cash to the firm. Profitable businesses usually pay taxes. Tax management falls within the responsibility of marketing managers. Taxes cannot be managed because of fluctuations in political policy. Question 14 To maximize the benefits of using financial leverage, a firm should strive to minimize their cost of capital. avold securing funds through long-term debt financing, limit their investments to projects with minimum risk levels. Incorporate in states with relatively low tax rates