Assume That a Firm's Book Value at the Beginning of the Year

question 25

Multiple Choice

Assume that a firm's book value at the beginning of the year is $12,500 and that the firm reports net income of $3,200 and pays dividends of $1,100_. What will the firm's book value at the end of the year?

• A) $2,100
• B) $15,700
• C) $14,600
• D) $16,800

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