The Following Information Is Provided for Nguyen Company and Northwest

question 176

Multiple Choice

The following information is provided for Nguyen Company and Northwest Corporation. $\begin{array}{lll}\text { (in } \$ \text { millions) }&\text { Nguven Company }&\text { Northwest Corporation }\\\text { Net income } 2017 & \$ 165 & \$ 420 \\\text { Net sales } 2017 & 1,650 & 4,900 \\\text { Total assets } 12 / 31 / 15 & 1,000 & 2,400 \\\text { Total assets } 12 / 31 / 16 & 1,050 & 3,000 \\\text { Total assets } 12 / 31 / 17 & 1,150 & 4,000\end{array}$ What is Northwest's return on assets for 2017?

• A)15.6%
• B)10.5%
• C)14.0%
• D)12.0%

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Definitions:

Richer Channels

communication methods that have the capacity to convey more non-verbal information and foster greater understanding, such as face-to-face conversations.

Effective Communication

The exchange of information or ideas in a clear, understandable, and precise manner, facilitating understanding and action.

Organizational Silos

Isolated departments or units within an organization that work independently and are reluctant to share information with others, leading to inefficiencies.

Lateral Communication

Lateral communication is the exchange of information or messages between individuals or groups at the same hierarchical level within an organization.