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question 88

Multiple Choice

Use the table for the question(s) below.
Luther Enterprises Ltd had sales of $850 million and a cost of goods sold of $500 million in 2016.
A simplified balance sheet for the firm appears below:
-Luther's 'cash conversion cycle' is closest to:

• A)71 days.
• B)64 days.
• C)66 days.
• D)129 days.

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Definitions:

Mark-up

The amount added to the cost price of goods to cover overhead and profit, expressed as a percentage of the cost.

Markdown

A reduction from the original or listed price of a good or service, often used to stimulate sales or clear out inventory.

Gross Profit

The financial term for the difference between revenue and the cost of goods sold, before deducting overheads, payroll, taxation, and interest payments.

Markdown

A reduction in the selling price of goods, typically to clear old stock or attract customers.