Hammond Motors Is Considering Using a Public Warehouse Loan as Part

question 22

Multiple Choice

Hammond Motors is considering using a public warehouse loan as part of its short-term financing.The firm will require a loan of $2 million for three months.Interest on the loan will be 12% (APR,compounded quarterly) to be paid at the end of the quarter.The warehouse charges 1% of the face value of the loan,payable at the beginning of the quarter.The effect annual rate on this loan is closest to:

• A)9.3%
• B)11.3%
• C)15.2%
• D)17.1%

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Definitions:

Cash Flow

The total amount of money being transferred into and out of a business, particularly in terms of liquidity and financial planning.

Cash Discount

A reduction in the invoice price offered by sellers to encourage early payment by buyers.

Carrying Costs

Expenses incurred for holding inventory over a period, which can include financial costs, storage fees, and loss due to obsolescence.

Default Rate

The percentage of borrowers failing to make payments on their loans within a specific period.