Xavier and Yolanda Have Original Investments of $50,000 and $100,000

question 77

Multiple Choice

Xavier and Yolanda have original investments of $50,000 and $100,000, respectively, in a partnership. The articles of partnership include the following provisions regarding the division of net income: interest on original investment at 10%; salary allowances of $38,000 and $28,000, respectively; and the remainder to be divided equally. How much of the net income of $77,000 is allocated to Xavier?

• A) $66,000
• B) $41,000
• C) $36,000
• D) $43,000

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Understanding of key financial ratios and their calculations.

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Performance Deviations

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