On an Average Day, a Company Writes Checks Totaling $1,500

question 23

Multiple Choice

On an average day, a company writes checks totaling $1,500. These checks take 7 days to clear. The company receives checks totaling $1,800. These checks take 4 days to clear. The cost of debt is 9%. What is the firm's collection float?

• A) $10,500
• B) -$7,200
• C) $1,800
• D) -$1,800

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