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question 37

Multiple Choice

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Ford Motor Company is considering launching a new line of hybrid diesel-electric SUVs.The heavy advertising expenses associated with the new SUV launch would generate operating losses of $35 million next year.Without the new SUV,Ford expects to earn pretax income of $80 million from operations next year.Ford pays a 30% tax rate on its pretax income.
-The amount that Ford Motor Company owes in taxes next year without the launch of the new SUV is closest to:

• A)$24.0 million
• B)$56.0 million
• C)$31.5 million
• D)$13.5 million
• E)$10.5 million

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Definitions:

Mediastinum

The central compartment of the thoracic cavity between the lungs, containing the heart, trachea, esophagus, and other structures.

Thoracic Cavity

The part of the body enclosed by the ribs, home to organs such as the heart and lungs.

Diaphragm

A large, dome-shaped muscle located below the lungs that plays a key role in breathing.

Aspiration

The act of drawing in or out using a sucking motion, often refers to the medical procedure of removing substances from the body.