The Balance Sheet and Income Statement Shown Below Are for Pettijohn

question 11

Multiple Choice

The balance sheet and income statement shown below are for Pettijohn Inc. Note that the firm has no amortization charges, it does not lease any assets, none of its debt must be retired during the next 5 years, and the notes payable will be rolled over.
-What is the firm's ROA?

• A) 2.70%
• B) 2.97%
• C) 3.26%
• D) 3.59%

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Definitions:

Construction Loan

Short-term financing used to cover the cost of building or renovating a property until long-term financing can be secured.

Expense Account

A ledger account that represents all costs or expenses incurred by a company during a specific period, impacting the income statement's net income.

Acquisition Costs

Expenses associated with acquiring new assets or investments, including legal fees, consulting fees, administrative costs, and other related expenses.

Property, Plant, Equipment

Long-term tangible assets owned by a business for use in the production or supply of goods and services, also known as fixed assets.