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question 97

Multiple Choice

Use the table for the question(s) below.
Consider the following price and dividend data for Ford Motor Company:

-Assume that you purchased Ford Motor Company stock at the closing price on December 31,2004 and sold it after the dividend had been paid at the closing price on January 26,2005.Your capital gains rate (yield) for this period is closest to:

• A)0.70%
• B)0.75%
• C)-8.80%
• D)-8.15%

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Definitions:

Annual Rate of Return

The percentage return on an investment over a one-year period, encompassing both capital gains and interest payments.

Expected Annual Net Income

The projection of a company's net income over a year, taking into account estimated revenues and expenses.

Average Investment

The middle amount invested over a period of time, often used in performance measurement or investment appraisal.

Unprofitable Segment

A division or part of a business that consistently operates at a loss, detracting from the overall profitability of the company.