The Albatross Co

question 23

Multiple Choice

The Albatross Co. has accumulated net operating losses of $70 million and is likely to enter bankruptcy. The Zephyr Co. has earnings of $200 million and is in the 36% marginal tax bracket. Zephyr is considering buying Albatross and liquidating the company and retaining a few of the assets. What is the minimum value of Albatross to Zephyr?

• A) $25.2 million.
• B) $72.0 million.
• C) $70.0 million.
• D) Not enough information to calculate.

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Definitions:

Par Value

A nominal value assigned to a share of stock in the charter of a corporation, unrelated to market value.

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