A Stockbroker Placed the Following Order for a Customer: -50

question 2

Multiple Choice

A stockbroker placed the following order for a customer: -50 shares of Kaiser Aluminum preferred at $104 a share
-100 shares of GTE preferred at $25 1/4 a share
-20 shares of Boston Edison preferred at $9 1/8 a share
What is the weighted arithmetic mean price per share?

• A) $25.25
• B) $79.75
• C) $103.50
• D) $42.75
• E) None of the choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Break-even Point

The point at which total revenues equal total costs and expenses, leaving no net loss or gain.

Margin of Safety

The difference between actual or expected sales and the sales level at which a company breaks even, providing a buffer against losses.

Unit Selling Price

The amount of money charged for one unit of a product or service.

Break-even Point

The point at which total costs equal total revenue, meaning no profit or loss is generated.