The Northern Division of Aussie Estates Has Reported a Profit

question 28

Multiple Choice

The northern division of Aussie Estates has reported a profit of $4 million. Divisional invested capital is $2.5 million and the imputed interest rate is 12 per cent. What is the residual income?

• A) $180 000
• B) $1.78 million
• C) $2.15 million
• D) $3 700 000

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Definitions:

Investment

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