The West Division of Cecchetti Corporation Had Average Operating Assets

question 24

Multiple Choice

The West Division of Cecchetti Corporation had average operating assets of $693,000 and net operating income of $102,500 in August. The minimum required rate of return for performance evaluation purposes is 16%.What was the West Division's minimum required return in August?

• A) $102,500
• B) $110,880
• C) $16,400
• D) $127,280

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