Oliver Douglas Opened a Repair Shop for Computer Printers

question 10

Short Answer

Oliver Douglas opened a repair shop for computer printers. Most of his loans were long term, but he got a short term loan of $2,645 for office supplies at a rate of 8.25% exact simple interest (365-day year). On the due date, Oliver repaid a total of $2,680.87. What was the length of the loan period? (To the nearest day.)

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Definitions:

Corporate Shareholders

Individuals or entities that own shares in a corporation, giving them a claim on a portion of its assets and earnings.

Incompetent Management

Refers to a scenario where corporate or organizational leaders lack the skills, abilities, or judgment to make effective decisions, often leading to poor performance.

Proxy Fights

Strategies employed by shareholders to influence company management and policies by voting on corporate issues, often seen in contests for control of the board.

Nonfinancial Businesses

Companies whose primary activities involve the production or supply of goods and services, rather than financial transactions and investments.