You Are Considering Implementing a Lockbox System for Your Firm

question 12

Multiple Choice

You are considering implementing a lockbox system for your firm.The system is expected to reduce the average collection time by 2.8 days.On an average day,your firm receives 2,419 checks with an average value of $1,287 each.The daily interest rate on Treasury bills is 0.016 percent.The bank charge per check is $0.30.What is the net present value of this lockbox arrangement?

• A)-$4,535,625
• B)-$2,611,575
• C)$187,419
• D)$4,181,483
• E)$13,252,733

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Definitions:

CDS

CDS stands for Credit Default Swap, a financial derivative allowing an investor to "swap" or offset their credit risk with that of another investor.

Coupon Bond

A type of bond that offers interest payments through coupons to the bondholder until its maturity, when the principal amount is reimbursed.

Accrued Interest

The interest that has accumulated on a bond since the last interest payment up to, but not including, the purchase (or sale) settlement date.

Interest Days

The number of days over which interest is calculated on a loan or financial instrument.