The Following Information Has Been Adapted from the 2005 and 2006

question 269

Essay

The following information has been adapted from the 2005 and 2006 annual reports of Microsoft Corporation's worldwide operations, available online at http://www.microsoft.com/msft/reports/default.mspx:

Additional information that might be useful:

In 2005, Microsoft declared and paid a one-time cash dividend of $3.00 per share. At the same time, Microsoft announced plans to repurchase a large amount of its own stock.



-Divide the class into teams of three or four people.Each team member should work the following problem separately outside of class.Then give the students time in class to compare answers with their teammates and put together a final,correct copy of the problem.Each team should turn in only one copy of the problem for grading.All team members will receive the same grade.
Required:
Use the adapted financial statements from Microsoft Corporation to answer the following questions:
13.Use the liquidity ratios you have just calculated to discuss Microsoft's liquidity.

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Definitions:

Contract Negotiation

The process of mutually agreeing on the terms and conditions of a contract between two or more parties.

Authoritative Approach

A management style where leaders make decisions unilaterally and expect subordinates to follow without question.

Financial Situation

The status of the financial health of an individual, business, or organization, including assets, liabilities, and cash flow.

Attitude Of Management

the perspective, approach, and mindset of an organization's leadership towards employees, business practices, and organizational goals.