Apple Introduced Its IPhone 3G in July 2008 and Within

question 180

Multiple Choice

Apple introduced its iPhone 3G in July 2008 and within a month sales had topped 3 million units.By April 2009, more than 25,000 apps for the iPhone 3G were available in the iTunes store, an indication that in a competitive market,

• A)the ease at which a new firm can enter a competitive market is low.
• B)the ease at which a new firm can enter a competitive market is high.
• C)entry into the market is blocked.
• D)entry into the market is restricted in the short run, but becomes easier in the long run.

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Definitions:

Return On Equity (ROE)

A measure of financial performance, calculated by dividing net income by shareholder equity, indicating how well a company uses investments to generate earnings growth.

Interest Expense

The cost incurred by an entity for borrowed funds over a period, typically noted on the income statement.

Income Taxes

Taxes imposed by the government on the income earned by individuals and businesses within its jurisdiction.

Debt-To-Equity Ratio

A financial ratio indicating the relative proportion of shareholders' equity and debt used to finance a company's assets.