Broad Cloth, Inc

question 74

Essay

Broad Cloth, Inc.'s average collection period is 15 days. The vice-president of marketing has projected credit sales of $2. million for October, $2.5 million for November and $3 million for December. Purchases equal 60% of sales and are made one month in advance of budgeted sales. Payments are made 1 month after the date of purchase. Compute payments for purchases for the months of November and December.

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Definitions:

Restocked Inventory

Inventory items that have been replenished or added to, typically after being sold or used up.

Total Carrying Costs

The sum of all expenses associated with holding a particular investment or inventory, including storage, interest, depreciation, and insurance.

Discounted Price

A reduced price below the original mark-up, often to encourage purchase or clear inventory.

Credit Terms

Conditions under which credit is extended by a lender to a borrower, including repayment terms and interest rates.