Which of the Following Is Correct When a Firm's Pro

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is correct when a firm's pro forma statements project a net income of $5,000 and an external financing requirement of $2,000?

• A) Dividends cannot exceed $3,000.
• B) Total assets cannot grow by more than $3,000.
• C) Retained earnings cannot grow by more than $5,000.
• D) The internal growth rate is 60%.

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Definitions:

Noncontrollable Direct Fixed Costs

Fixed costs that cannot be altered or influenced by the decisions of management in the short term.

Indirect Fixed Costs

Costs that are incurred for the benefit of more than one profit center.

Performance Report

A document or record that outlines the performance outcomes, efficiency, and effectiveness of efforts over a defined period.

Profit Center

A segment or division within an organization directly responsible for generating profit through its operations and activities.