Chua Chang & Wu Inc

question 23

Multiple Choice

Chua Chang & Wu Inc. is planning its operations for next year, and the CEO wants you to forecast the firm's additional funds needed (AFN) . Data for use in your forecast are shown below. Based on the AFN equation, what is the AFN for the coming year?

• A) -$14,440
• B) -$15,200
• C) -$16,000
• D) -$16,800
• E) -$17,640

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Definitions:

Common Stock Account

An equity account that represents the ownership interest held by common shareholders in a corporation, including its value and dividends.

Capital in Excess of Par

The amount by which the proceeds from the issuance of shares exceed the par value of the shares issued; it's often referred to as additional paid-in capital.

Debt-Equity Ratio

A measure of a company's financial leverage calculated by dividing its total liabilities by stockholders' equity.

Residual Dividend Policy

A strategy where dividends paid to shareholders are set based on the earnings left over after all operational costs and working capital needs are met.