SwenCorp Had Sales of $154 Million This Year and an Average

question 12

Multiple Choice

SwenCorp had sales of $154 million this year and an average accounts receivable of $18 million per day.Its credit terms specify "2/14 net 40." On average,how long does it take to collect on its sales?

• A)8.5 days
• B)13 days
• C)28 days
• D)43 days
• E)40 days

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