Urban's, Which Is Currently Operating at Full Capacity, Has Sales

question 61

Multiple Choice

Urban's, which is currently operating at full capacity, has sales of $47,000, current assets of $5,100, current liabilities of $6,200, net fixed assets of $51,500, and a profit margin of 5 percent. The firm has no long-term debt and does not plan on acquiring any. The firm does not pay any dividends. Sales are expected to increase by 3 percent next year. If all assets, short-term liabilities, and costs vary directly with sales, how much additional equity financing is required for next year?

• A) −$908.50
• B) −$722.50
• C) $967.30
• D) $1,698.00
• E) $1,512.00

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Definitions:

Distributive Negotiation

Focuses on positions staked out or declared by the parties involved, each of whom is trying to claim certain portions of the available pie.

Win-lose Outcome

A competitive resolution to a conflict or negotiation where one party's gain is directly proportional to the other's loss.

Hard Approach

A management strategy focusing on measurable outcomes, financial targets, and control mechanisms.

Workflow Interdependence

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