Element Bars, the Company Profiled in the Opening Feature for Chapter

question 9

Multiple Choice

Element Bars, the company profiled in the opening feature for Chapter 5, has a unique position in its industry. It has positioned itself as:

• A) a generic energy bar company that resells energy bars to companies who want to create their own branded energy bars
• B) a niche energy bar company that sells in high-end outlets, like 5 star hotels and spas
• C) a premium energy bar company that only uses the most wholesome and healthy ingredients, and makes special bars for vegetarians and vegans
• D) a low-cost energy bar company that makes energy bars more accessible to people in all income brackets and still offers healthy ingredients
• E) a customizable energy bar company that sells to individuals online and also to companies who want to create their own branded energy bars

Identify the elements that must be incorporated into effective financial planning.

Understand the concept of the percentage of sales approach and its importance in financial planning.

Explain the assumptions underlying the sustainable growth rate and its implications for a firm's future.

Distinguish between the internal growth rate and the sustainable growth rate and their underlying assumptions.

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