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Which of the following is the most accurate reason why EBITDA is used as the primary metric for Enterprise Value multiples instead of Net Income?

  1. It captures the impact of ongoing capital expenditures, which many analysts still view as the primary driver of long-term value
  2. It is a GAAP-audited figure, so management has essentially zero latitude to adjust or manipulate the reported value
  3. It is independent of a company's capital structure and tax jurisdiction, allowing for better comparability between peers
  4. It represents the total pool of cash a company could theoretically pay out as dividends to its common shareholders in a given year

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