A3+ Has Prepared Its 3rd Quarter Budget and Provided the Following

question 29

Multiple Choice

A3+ has prepared its 3rd quarter budget and provided the following data: The cash balance on June 30 is projected to be $4,000. The company has to maintain a minimum cash balance of $5,000 and is authorized to borrow at the end of each month to make up any shortfalls. It may borrow in increments of $5,000 and has to pay interest every month at an annual rate of 5%. All financing transactions are assumed to take place at the end of the month. The loan balance should be repaid in increments of $5,000 whenever there is surplus cash. How much will the company have to borrow at the end of July?

• A)$0
• B)$5,000
• C)$15,000
• D)$10,000

Calculate and interpret key financial and operational metrics.

Grasp the role of forecasting and aggregate planning in managing supply chain operations.

Understand the significance of supply chain coordination to maximize overall profitability.

Recognize strategies for managing demand variability and improving supply chain flexibility.

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