The Consumer Products Division of Goich Corporation Had Average Operating

question 76

Multiple Choice

The Consumer Products Division of Goich Corporation had average operating assets of $540,000 and net operating income of $43,500 in May. The minimum required rate of return for performance evaluation purposes is 11%.What was the Consumer Products Division's minimum required return in May?

• A) $4,785
• B) $43,500
• C) $64,185
• D) $59,400

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Interest Expense

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