The Data Above Shows the Net Working Capital Requirements for Blunderstone

question 16

Multiple Choice

The data above shows the net working capital requirements for Blunderstone Shoes,a company that makes waterproof boots.All figures are in thousands of dollars.What can be considered the firm's permanent working capital?

• A)$2,700,000
• B)$3,300,000
• C)$4,100,000
• D)$4,450,000

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