Assume Staley's Had Net Sales of $72,000 Per Day, Beginning

question 31

Multiple Choice

Assume Staley's had net sales of $72,000 per day, beginning inventory of $22,000, and ending inventory at retail of $18,900. What was the inventory turnover at retail?

• A)3.57
• B)3.5
• C)5.5
• D)3.0
• E)None of these

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Definitions:

Human Capital

The combined abilities, expertise, and non-physical assets of people that can generate economic benefits for the individuals, their employers, or the society.

Technological Progress

The improvement or development in technology which increases productivity and can lead to economic growth and improved living standards.

Backward-Bending

This term describes a situation where, beyond a certain point, higher wages actually lead to a decrease in labor supply because workers prefer leisure over additional work.

Substitution Effect

The economic principle that as the price of one good increases, consumers will replace it with a similar, less expensive good, influencing demand patterns.