A Firm Has Net Income of $22,500 and a Book

question 39

Multiple Choice

A firm has net income of $22,500 and a book value per share of $3.10. The firm has 30,000 shares of stock outstanding and a price-earnings ratio of 15.9. What is the price-book ratio?

• A)1.7
• B)2.4
• C)2.7
• D)3.8
• E)4.3

Recognize the relationship between the Clayton Act and the establishment of the Federal Trade Commission.

Understand the criteria for judging the performance of economic systems.

Comprehend the concept of efficiency in production based on consumer preference.

Analyze the impact of consumer preference changes on market equilibrium and firm's efficiency.

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Definitions:

Money Supply

The cumulative total of all money assets within an economy at a particular point in time.

Constant Rate

A fixed rate of change, meaning something increases or decreases at a steady and unvarying speed or value over time.

Rational Expectations

The economic theory that individuals make decisions based on their rational outlook, available information, and past experiences.

Stabilization Policy

Economic strategies and actions taken by a government or central bank to stabilize an economy, aiming to reduce fluctuations in the business cycle.