A Firm Has a Market Value Equal to Its Book

question 70

Multiple Choice

A firm has a market value equal to its book value.Currently,the firm has excess cash of $300 and other assets of $6,200.Equity is worth $5,000.The firm has 500 shares of stock outstanding and net income of $720.What will the new earnings per share be if the firm uses its excess cash to complete a stock repurchase?

• A)$1.44
• B)$.94
• C)$.86
• D)$1.53
• E)$1.71

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Calculate goodwill arising from mergers and acquisitions and understand its financial reporting implications.

Assess the benefits of synergy associated with mergers and acquisitions and how it affects the acquisition price.

Understand the concept of the fundamental attribution error and its impact on social perception.

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