Solve the Problem. -An Old House Has a Basement Stairway That Has Steps

question 59

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-An old house has a basement stairway that has steps with 7.25 inch risers and 10 inch treads. What is the slope of the stairway?

• A)2.75
• B)0.73
• C)7.25
• D)1.38

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Controlling Interest

The ownership of a sufficient portion of a company's stock to influence its direction, typically through more than 50% of voting shares.

Net Income

The total earnings of a company after subtracting all expenses, taxes, and costs from total revenue.

Amortization

The gradual reduction of a debt or the spreading out of capital expenses over the projected life of the asset, typically used for intangible assets.

Noncontrolling Interest

An ownership stake in a corporation where the holder does not have a controlling interest or majority of the voting rights.