Exhibit 27-L -Refer to Exhibit 27-L.What Dollar Value Goes in Blank (B)

question 166

Multiple Choice

Exhibit 27-l

-Refer to Exhibit 27-l.What dollar value goes in blank (B) ?

• A) $12
• B) $62.50
• C) $144
• D) $96

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