Roxy Is Evaluating a Lock-Box System That Will Reduce Float

question 60

Multiple Choice

Roxy is evaluating a lock-box system that will reduce float by 6 days.The firm has annual sales of $180 million and an opportunity cost of 12%.If the lock-box system is adopted,what is the value of funds released?

• A) $ 493,150.68
• B) $ 355,068.49
• C) $ 59,178.08
• D) $ 2,958,904.11

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