Faster Freight Co

question 68

Essay

Faster Freight Co. reported net cash provided by operating activities of $142.7 million and average total assets of 1,762.5 million at the end of the year. Calculate the cash flow on total assets ratio for Faster Freight.

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Definitions:

Opportunity Cost

The cost of forfeiting the next best alternative when making a decision, representing the benefits missed when choosing one option over another.

Alfalfa

A perennial flowering plant often used as forage for livestock, valued for its high nutrient content and adaptability to diverse climates.

Trade Benefit

The advantages a country gains from engaging in international trade, such as access to a wider variety of goods and services, economies of scale, and increased market competition.

Produce Alfalfa

The process of cultivating and harvesting alfalfa, a perennial flowering plant used primarily as fodder for livestock.