How does the interpretation of the asset turnover ratio and the financial leverage ratio change based on whether the profit margin ratio is positive or negative?
You purchased 300 shares of common stock on margin for $60 per share. The initial margin is 60% and the stock pays no dividend. What would your rate of return be if you sell the stock at $45 per share? Ignore interest on margin.
The average total assets of Party Favors, Inc. amount to $110,000. The firm’s total receivables are $7,000, representing 25 days’ sales. The firm’s profit margin is 8 percent. Use a 365-day year and round your answers to two decimals.
