Jim Began His Investing Program with a $4,000 Initial Investment

question 96

Multiple Choice

Jim began his investing program with a $4,000 initial investment.The table below recaps his returns each year as well as the amounts he added to his investment account.What is his dollar-weighted average return?

• A)1.6 percent
• B)2.2 percent
• C)2.6 percent
• D)3.2 percent
• E)3.6 percent

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Definitions:

GAAP

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, a framework of accounting standards, principles, and procedures used in the United States.

Impairment Testing

The process of evaluating the recoverability of the carrying amount of an asset or cash-generating unit to ensure it does not exceed its recoverable amount.

Present Value

The present worth of a future sum or series of cash flows when calculated using a given return rate.

Intangible Asset

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