Target Corp

question 58

Multiple Choice

Target Corp. (TGT) recently earned a profit of $3.57 earnings per share and has a P/E ratio of 17.3. The dividend has been growing at a 14 percent rate over the past few years. If this growth continues, what would be the stock price in five years if the P/E ratio remained unchanged? What would the price be if the P/E ratio increased to 23 in five years?

• A) $118.85, $158.01 respectively
• B) $137.19, $182.39 respectively
• C) $173.87, $231.15 respectively
• D) $308.81, $410.55 respectively

Understand the composition and functions of cellular membranes, including membrane proteins and lipids.

Describe the processes and importance of cell recognition and adhesion in multicellular organisms.

Identify the structures and roles of different types of intercellular junctions in animal cells.

Explain the mechanisms of diffusion and osmosis and their significance in cellular processes.

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Definitions:

Past Service Costs

Costs related to pension plan benefits earned by employees in prior periods, which are recognized in the current period due to plan amendments or changes.

Actuarial Gains and Losses

Gains or losses that arise from the adjustment of assumptions or the application of actuarial models differently over time in evaluating a company's pension liabilities.

Projected Benefit Obligation

Represents an estimate of the total amount to be paid to participants in a defined benefit pension plan, based on employees' service and salary history.

Prior Service Cost

The cost associated with retroactive benefits granted in a pension plan amendment, recognized over the service lives of affected employees.