Arnold Inc

question 125

Multiple Choice

Arnold Inc.purchases merchandise on terms of 2/10 net 30, and it always pays on the 30th day.The CFO calculates that the average amount of costly trade credit carried is $375,000.What is the firm's average accounts payable balance? (Assume a 365-day year.)

• A) $458,160
• B) $482,273
• C) $507,656
• D) $534,375
• E) $562,500

---

Definitions:

Price Controls

Government-imposed limits on the prices that can be charged for goods and services within a market.

Bait-and-Switch

A deceptive marketing practice where customers are lured by an advertisement for a low-priced item but then are persuaded to buy a more expensive item.

Higher-Priced Nest Thermostat

A more expensive version of the Nest Thermostat, suggesting advanced features or enhanced functionalities.

Hardware Store

A retail business specializing in selling tools, building materials, and home improvement products for repairs, renovations, and construction projects.