Question

The following information pertains to Newman Company. Assume that all balance sheet amounts represent both average and ending balance figures and that all sales were on credit.

Assets

Cash and short-term investments $ 40,000
Accounts receivable (net) 30,000
Merchandise inventory 25,000
Property, plant, and equipment 215,000
Total assets$310,000

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

Current liabilities $ 60,000
Long-term liabilities 95,000
Stockholders’ equity—common 155,000
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity$310,000

Income Statement

Sales $90,000
Cost of merchandise sold 45,000
Gross profit $45,000
Operating expenses (16,200)
Interest expense (3,800)
Net income$25,000
Number of shares of common stock 6,000
Market price of common stock $40.00
Dividends per share $1.00
Net cash flows from operating activities $40,000

What is the return on total assets for Newman Company (rounded to one decimal place)?

a. 9.3%

b. 6.8%

c. 10.5%

d. 16.1%

Answer

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