Ed's Hardware Is Adding a New Product Line to Its

question 9

Multiple Choice

Ed's Hardware is adding a new product line to its sales lineup. Initially, the firm will stock $31,000 of the new inventory, which will be purchased on 30-days credit from a supplier. The firm will also invest $6,000 in accounts receivable and $4,000 in equipment. What amount should be included in the initial project costs for net working capital?

• A) -$41,000
• B) -$37,000
• C) -$10,000
• D) -$6,000
• E) -$2,000

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Definitions:

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