The Portland Division's Operating Data for the Past Two Years

question 8

Multiple Choice

The Portland Division's operating data for the past two years is as follows: The Portland Division's margin in Year 2 was 150% of the margin for Year 1. The turnover for Year 1 was:

• A)10.00
• B)2.00
• C)1.50
• D)3.20

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