Baker Industries Has a 45 Day Trade Receivables Period

question 42

Multiple Choice

Baker Industries has a 45 day trade receivables period.The estimated quarterly sales for this year, starting with the first quarter, are £1,200, £1,400, £1,900 and £3,200, respectively.How much does
The firm expect to collect in the third quarter? Assume that a year has 360 days.

• A)£1,300
• B)£1,400
• C)£1,650
• D)£1,900
• E)£2,550

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Definitions:

Maturity

The date on which the principal amount of a bond, loan, or other financial instrument becomes due and is to be paid in full.

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Daily Settlement

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