If you find a positive relationship between corruption and per capita GDP, how would you rationalize this outcome?

Answer:

$25,000

Explanation:

Given that,

Units of capital used = 15

Per unit cost = $5,000

Number of Employees employed = 50

Cost of each employee = $500

In this question, the variable cost is the cost of employees.

Therefore,

Company's variable cost:

= Number of employees employed × Cost of each employee

= 50 × $500

= $25,000

Answer:

$875.28

Explanation:

We use the Present value formula which is attached in the attachment below:

Provided that  

Future value = $1,000

Rate of interest 7%  ÷ 2 = 3.5%

NPER = 30 years × 2  = 60 years

PMT = ($1,000 × 6%)  ÷ 2 = $30

The formula is shown below:

= -PV(Rate;NPER;PMT;FV;type)

So, after solving this, the present value would be $875.28

Since on semi annual basis, the interest rate is half and the duration is doubled. The same is shown  above

Answer:

$1,686.99

Explanation:

The future value of an annuity is determined by the following expression:

[tex]FV = A*[\frac{(1+r)^n-1}{r}][/tex]

For an annual investment (A) of $100 for a period (n) of 12 years at an interest rate (r) of 6%, the future value (FV) is:

[tex]FV = 100*[\frac{(1+0.06)^{12}-1}{0.06}]\\FV=\$1,686.99[/tex]

After 12 years, there will be $1,686.99 in the account.

Answer:

An increase in the foreign demand for U.S. wheat, combined with improved technology in U.S. wheat production, would cause the domestic equilibrium price of wheat to remain unchanged (intermediate) and the equilibrium quantity to increase.

Explanation:

It is worthy of note that as the foreign demand for U.S wheat increases, there was a combined improvement in the technology used in the U.S wheat production. Hence it can be stated that as demand from foreign sources increased, the supply also increased to mop up the effect of this increase in demand, as a result, the domestic equilibrium price remains relatively unchanged. If the production rate had not increased along with demand, there would have been more demand than supply thus, the price of wheat would have increased. On the other hand, the equilibrium quantity of wheat increased due to the improvement in production technology.

Final answer:

An increase in foreign demand for U.S. wheat combined with improved technology in wheat production will likely lead to higher equilibrium quantity. The effect on the domestic equilibrium price of wheat can be ambiguous, as it depends on the relative magnitudes of demand increase and supply increase.

Explanation:

An increase in the foreign demand for U.S. wheat coupled with improved technology in wheat production affects the domestic equilibrium for wheat. Higher foreign demand would increase U.S. wheat exports, leading to a potential increase in the domestic equilibrium price of wheat because there's less supply available for domestic consumers. However, improved production technology increases supply which could mitigate this price increase and lead to a lower equilibrium price than without the technology improvement. As a result, the equilibrium quantity of wheat would increase due to the combined effect of increased foreign demand and a larger supply thanks to the improved technology.

If the U.S exported more to Mexico due to increased demand there, at the same time as U.S farmers are producing more efficiently, we would see conflicting pressures on the U.S. domestic price. Increased exports could raise prices, but higher efficiency could reduce them. Ultimately, the net effect on price could go either way depending on the relative magnitudes of demand increase and supply increase. The equilibrium quantity, on the other hand, is likely to increase, as the higher foreign demand coupled with greater production capacity results in more wheat being sold overall.

Answer:

                Journalize the entries to record the transactions.

                                               Dr.               Cr.

Raw Material Inventory     $67,100

( 66,000 + 1,100 )

Account Payable                                   $67,100

Work in Process                $60,450

Raw Material Inventory                         $60,450

                            Raw Material Inventory Account

                                               Dr.               Cr.             Balance

Opening Balance                                                        $31,000

Purchases (Canvas+oil)      $67,100                           $98,100

Work in Process                                     $60,450      $37,650

Ending balance in Raw Materials Inventory is $37,650

Explanation:

Raw Material Inventory account is an asset account and Purchases are added in it. Material requisitions are made to transfer raw material from warehouse to other departments for processing so it is transferred to work in process account from Raw material Inventory account.

The journal entries provided will record the transactions and update the balances in the Raw Materials Inventory account.

The journal entry to record the purchases of materials for Straight Packs would be:

The journal entries to record the material requisitions would be:

The journal entries provided will record the transactions and update the balances in the Raw Materials Inventory account.

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Answer:

7.313%

Explanation:

In the problem above, the total cost for last year production is equivalent to the addition of labor cost, energy cost, capital cost, and material cost. Thus,

Total cost (last year) = (300*12) + (3000*0.6) + (9000*0.02) + (48*6) = 3600 + 1800 + 180 + 288 = 5868.

Last year productivity = unit produced/total cost = 1000/5868 = 0.17042

Total cost (this year) = (275*12) + (2850*0.60) + (10000*0.02) + (43*6) = 3300 + 1710 + 200 + 258 = 5468

This year productivity = 1000/5468 = 0.18288

%change in productivity = [(0.18288 - 0.17042)/0.17042]*100% = 7.313%

The percent change in productivity for one month last year versus one month this year on a multifactor basis with dollars as the common denominator is 7.313%

Total cost (last year) is

= (300 × 12) + (3000 × 0.6) + (9000 × 0.02) + (48 × 6)

= 3600 + 1800 + 180 + 288

= 5868.

Now

Last year productivity = unit produced ÷ total cost

= 1000 ÷ 5868

= 0.17042

Now

Total cost (this year) = (275 ×12) + (2850 ×0.60) + (10000 × 0.02) + (43 × 6)

= 3300 + 1710 + 200 + 258

= 5468

Now  

This year productivity = 1000  ÷ 5468

= 0.18288

Now  

%change in productivity = [(0.18288 - 0.17042) ÷ 0.17042]

= 7.313%

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Answer:

$4.33 per share

Explanation:

Given that,

Net income = $1,171,600

Preferred stock dividends paid = $265,400

weighted average of common shares outstanding = 209,100

Therefore,

Earnings per share:

= (Net income - Preferred stock dividends paid) ÷ weighted average of common shares o/s

= ($1,171,600 - $265,400) ÷ 209,100

= $906,200 ÷ 209,100

= $4.33 per share

Hence, the Kingbird 2020 earnings per share is $4.33.

Answer:

-equal to zero

Explanation:

As the price for wood is above the demand is willing to pay there is no trade.

Either some of the participants will increase their demand and accept the price of 60 dollars; look for another supplier or look into producing for themselves

Also, Timber could lower the prce of wood so trade occurs.

The change in total surplus from the trades between Timber, Mortarville, and Mayflair is negative because Timber's price for wood exceeds both towns' willingness to pay, discouraging trade and decreasing the total surplus.

The change in total surplus from the trades between Timber, Mortarville, and Mayflair is less than zero. This is due to the price Timber is charging for the wood it's higher than the willingness to pay of both towns (Mortarville is willing to pay $50 and Mayflar $45 while Timber is charging $60).

None of the towns will make a trade because the cost exceeds their willingness to pay leading to a decrease or negative change in total surplus. This is an example of how supply and demand can influence the market price and whether trades occur in an economy. The surplus is considered the benefit obtained from trading, but because the price is set too high and no trades are happening, there is no benefit, thus the total surplus is negative.

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Answer:

The correct answer is letter "A": None of these.

Explanation:

The Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) is a U.S. law that requires a paycheck deduction to be paid to Social Security and Medicare. Employers and employees share half the payments. Self-employed people are responsible for the entire tax amount.

Relationship of the firm to other economic agents.

Explanation:

Economics is a branch of social science where it shows the relation between the firm as well as other economic agents. The economic agents can interact individually as well as in an aggregate way. An economic agent is referred to as decision maker that can effect the economy at the time of selling, producing, buying. The various examples of economic agents are firm, households, individuals as well as business.

In this context NYC is a firm and the rent guideline boards as well as the landlords are various economic agents. In this context a relationship is shown between the firm and the economic agents.  

Answer:

GDP deflator; CPI

Explanation:

A decrease in the price of waterman industries in the deepwater reel is an example of GDP deflator as GDP deflator reflects the price of all goods produced domestically. The price will not affect the consumer price index.

An increase in the price of Japanese made phone will impact consumer price index because these phones are generally purchased by us consumers. The phones are not produced domestically that is why they will not affect GDP deflator.

A decrease in the price of a Waterman Industries deep-water reel, made in the U.S., would affect the GDP deflator. Conversely, an increase in the price of a Japanese-made phone that is popular among U.S. consumers would affect the CPI.

This question is asking whether certain scenarios will affect the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Deflator or the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in the United States.

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Answer:

                               Pose-for-Pics

                               Trial Balance

                For the month ended August 31

                                                    DEBIT      CREDIT

b. Cash                                       8,539

c. Offices                               2,280

d. Prepaid insurance               2,300

e. Photography equipment      51,600

f. Common stock                                      63,600

g. Photography fees earned                2,000

h. Utilities expense                  881                  

i. Totals                                     65,600    65,600

Explanation:

In trial balance, all accounts in general either real or nominal is posted here whether on debit or credit side. It shows the balances of debits and credits entries from the transaction of the general journal that the company have made for the period. There are 2 types of trial balance, the unadjusted trial balance and the adjusted trial balance.

Answer:

A. ABC will report a loss on property in income

Explanation:

The fire made a physical impact on the assets of XYZ

The entry to report the fire in accounting will acknowledge the physical losses in XYZ assets.

Later, at year-end will check the goodwill for impartment and check if the outgoing busines s of XYZ still has that intangible value attached to it or not and, amortize the required amount.

ABC Corporation must report the loss from the fire as a loss on property in income. The loss does not directly impact previously recorded goodwill unless an impairment of the goodwill is specifically attributable to the event.

When ABC Corporation acquires all of the assets and liabilities of XYZ Company for a price higher than the fair value of the identifiable net assets acquired, this creates goodwill on ABC's balance sheet. Goodwill represents the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of the net tangible and intangible assets. If, following the acquisition, a fire destroys some of XYZ's property, ABC Corporation must report the event as a loss. Therefore, the correct answer is A. ABC will report a loss on property in income.

This loss acknowledgement would appear as a decrease in the value of the property on ABC's balance sheet, and the company would recognize a loss on the income statement. The loss from the fire does not affect the amount of goodwill recorded earlier unless it is determined that the goodwill itself has been impaired as a direct result of the fire. If goodwill is found to be impaired, it may lead to an impairment charge, which would also be reported on the income statement, and the value of goodwill on the balance sheet would decrease accordingly.

Answer:

c. 32.99%

Explanation:

Risk yield = bond yield*(1 - Federal tax rate)

    6.50% = 9.70%*(1 - Federal tax rate)

1 - Federal tax rate = 6.50%/9.70%

Federal tax rate = 1 - 6.50%/9.70%

                           = 32.99%

Therefore, The federal tax rate that you are indifferent between the two bonds is 32.99%

Final answer:

At a federal tax rate of 32.99%, you would be indifferent between a 5-year corporate bond yielding 9.70% and a 5-year municipal bond yielding 6.5%, since this is the tax rate that makes the after-tax yield of the corporate bond equal to the tax-free yield of the municipal bond.

Explanation:

To determine at what federal tax rate you would be indifferent between a 5-year corporate bond yielding 9.70% and a 5-year municipal bond yielding 6.5%, we need to calculate the tax equivalent yield of the municipal bond. This can be found using the formula:

Tax Equivalent Yield = Municipal Bond Yield / (1 - Federal Tax Rate)

Since municipal bond interest is federally tax-free, we want to find the federal tax rate at which the after-tax yield of the corporate bond is equal to the tax-free yield of the municipal bond. Setting the corporate bond's after-tax yield to be equal to the municipal bond's yield and solving for the tax rate yields:

6.5% = 9.70% * (1 - Federal Tax Rate)

Solving for the federal tax rate gives:

Federal Tax Rate = (9.70% - 6.5%) / 9.70%

Calculating the above expression, we get:
Federal Tax Rate = 32.99%

So at a federal tax rate of 32.99%, you would be indifferent between the 5-year corporate bond and the 5-year municipal bond.

Answer:

for    two-years: 7.4988372%

for three years: 7.9969135%

Explanation:

the expectation theroy assumes the two year and three year rate will yield the same amount as th expected investment

thus the two-year rate will equivalent to 7% for the first year and then, the expected 8%

[tex](1+0.7)(1.08)=(1+r_{two-year})^2[/tex]

for two-years: 0.074988372 = 7.4988372%

for three years:

[tex](1.07)(1.08)(1.09) = (1 + r_{three-years})^3[/tex]

r3 = 0.079969135

With the assumptions of the Expectations Hypothesis, today's 2-year risk-free rate would be 7.5% and the 3-year risk-free rate would be 8%.

Under the assumptions of the Expectations Hypothesis, the forward rates are equal to the future spot rates expected today. Therefore, the 2-year risk-free rate today would be the average of this year's risk-free rate (7%) and next year's expected risk-free rate (8%). This would average to 7.5%.
Then, the 3-year risk-free rate today would be the average of this year's rate (7%), next year's expected rate (8%), and the rate expected two years from now (9%). This would average to 8%. Please note that this calculation assumes that investors are risk-neutral and there is no risk premium. This is typically the assumption under the Expectation Hypothesis.

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Answer:

The article I section 8,of the U.S Constitution gives constitutional powers to Congress to regulate commerce,tax and spend,and regulate bankruptcy,patents,and copyrights, and other implied powers.

Explanation:

The powers conferred on U.S Congress by the above section  of the constitution is called Commerce Powers.

The powers also include the powers to regulate inter-states and foreign trade as well as the powers to regulate the U.S treasury in the areas of printing and circulating the U.S dollar.

Answer:

A) September X. Paid $150,000 as advance rent. for 6 months.

Dr Prepaid Rent 150,000 (asset account increases)

   Cr Cash 150,000 (asset account decreases)

Since the rent covers a 6 month period, at the end of each month a partial recognition of the rent expense must be made. $150,000 x 1/6 = $25,000

October 31. Recognition of one month of rent (October)

Dr Rent Expense 25,000 (expense account increases)

   Cr Prepaid Rent 25,000 (asset account decreases)

B) September X. Collection of $450,000 from sales of season tickets (30 games per season)

Dr Cash 450,000 (asset account increases)

   Cr Unearned Ticket Revenue 450,000 (liability account increases)

C) Since 5 games were played during October, 5/30 of ticket revenue must be recognized. $450,000 x 5/30 = $75,000

October 31. Recognition of ticket revenue (5 games).

Dr Unearned Ticket Revenue 75,000 (liability account decreases)

   Cr Ticket Revenue 75,000 (revenue account increases)

Answer:

budget sales per season

Seaon  Year 5

winter   1,473

spring   1,934

summer  2,267

fall              826

Explanation:

First, we calcualte the average per season:

Seaon Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4  Average per season

winter 1440 1240 1000  920.00   1,150.00

spring 1500 1440 1600  1,500.00  1,510.00

summer 1040 2140 2000   1900  1,770.00

fall          600 770            690   520  645.00

Now, we cross multiply to get the next year values

Seaon  Average per season  Year 5

winter  1,150.00   1,472.91  (1150/5075 x 6500)  

spring  1,510.00   1,933.99  

summer  1,770.00   2,267.00  

fall           645.00   826.11  

        5,075.00   6,500.00  

Answer:

The answer is C. $1,295

Explanation:

This question wants us to find the prevent value of all the $500 for those for years.

Please find the attached file for the calculation

Answer: (A) Defining the problem

Explanation:

 The marketing research process is one of the customers that is used to identify the various types of information for defining the marketing opportunities, monitoring the various types of marketing performances and also evaluating the actions.

The important step in the marketing research process is basically defining the actual problem properly during the research process and the data. It is one of the first step in the marketing research process.

 The main step in the marketing research process is to defining the actual problem in the account with some relevant information. It is basically used in the decision making process.  

 Therefore, Option (A) is correct answer.

The most important step in the marketing research process is defining the problem, followed by defining the research plan and determining the research objectives.

The most important step in the marketing research process is defining the problem. This step involves clearly understanding the issue or challenge that needs to be addressed through research. Without accurately defining the problem, the subsequent steps in the marketing research process may not yield relevant or effective results.

Once the problem is defined, the next steps in the marketing research process include defining the research plan and determining the research objectives. The research plan outlines the specific steps, methodologies, and resources needed to address the defined problem. The research objectives, on the other hand, set clear goals for what the research aims to achieve, such as gathering consumer insights or evaluating the effectiveness of a marketing campaign.

While determining the need for marketing research is an essential consideration, it is not the most important step. The need for marketing research arises when there is uncertainty or a lack of understanding in a particular area, and it is driven by the need to make informed marketing decisions.

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Answer: yes

Explanation: although the manager was aware of the weather condition, his negligence hampered him from posting a sign to caution incoming customers. This negligence had incurred a damage to his account and he is liable to compensate Kim for negligence

Final answer:

the owner of market may be liable for negligence if they breached the duty of care owed to Kim by not addressing or warning of the wet floor. A repair shop may be responsible for damages caused by their employee, and an employer can be liable for employee actions under respondeat superior. A babysitter might be liable for negligence if inadequate supervision leads to harm.

Explanation:

It frequently depends on the duty of care that was assumed and whether or not that duty was broken in situations involving negligence and liability in business settings. Given that businesses are required to have a duty of care to their guests, in the event that Kim trips and falls at Market, the institution might be held legally responsible for damages under the idea of negligence. A company's obligation to maintain a reasonable level of security on its property may be violated if this responsibility is not met. Kim's injuries may be the responsibility of the market if it can be demonstrated that the manager knew about the dangerous conditions but did nothing to stop them or alert customers.If a repairman injures someone by accident, the business might be held accountable for the harm the repairman causes. In a similar vein, you can be required to reimburse a loan firm if they sue you for a debt and their claim is upheld. Liability in the babysitter's case depends on whether or not the caregiver was careless in supervising the kids, which might be the situation in this instance.

According to the responsive superior doctrine, employers are frequently held accountable for the conduct of their workers. Chris's accident at the McDonald's restaurant serves as an example of this, potentially making the business responsible for Geoff's injuries that its employee inflicted.

Answer:

b. Jim may have been misrepresented in the story by the newspaper agency and the company might face legal consequences.

Explanation:

Jim has the right to take legal action against the company for releasing the story. The investigation had not been completed and all facts had not been established by the company.

Also the newspaper did not contact Jim to get his own side of the story before publishing, that could have revealed pertinent information about the case.

Answer:

The correct answer is letter "D": data.

Explanation:

Economic models are abstractions that aim to simplify real-world economic events. Economists base their hypothesis in data collected that allows thinking certain patterns are being repeated and are likely to let verify trends by which those events can be studied and dealt with if occurred again.

Answer:

The correct answer is letter "E": All of the above make service productivity more difficult.

Explanation:

Service productivity is more complicated to measure compared to manufacturing productivity. The main reason for that is because services imply individual intellectual activities that cannot be computed based on hours worked. Besides, services are labor-intensive which means organizations need large amounts of employees to increase production who can be laid-off when the demand decreases.

Answer:

1. = $1,485.58  

2. = $1,524.21  

3. = $1,545.05

4. = $1,559.56

Explanation:

The amount the $600 will grow can be calculated using the following compounding formula:

A = P × [1 + (r ÷ n)]^nt ............................................. (1)

where:  

P = Initial or original amount = $600

A = new amount

r = interest rate = 12% = 0.12  

n = compounding frequency  

t = overall length of period the interest is applied

Equation can then be applied as follows:

1. For 12% compounded annually for 8 years

P = Initial or original amount = $600

r = interest rate = 12% = 0.12  

n = compounding frequency = annually = 1

t = overall length of period the interest is applied  = 8

Therefore,

A = $600 × [1 + (0.12 ÷ 1)]^(1 × 8)

   = $600 × [1 + (0.12)]^8

   = $600 × (1.12)^8

    = $600 ×  2.47596317629481  

    = $1,485.58  

2. For $12% compounded semiannually for 8 years.

P = Initial or original amount = $600

r = interest rate = 12% = 0.12  

n = compounding frequency = semiannually = 2

t = overall length of period the interest is applied  = 8

Therefore,

A = $600 × [1 + (0.12 ÷ 2)]^(2 × 8)

   = $600 × [1 + (0.06)]^16

   = $600 × (1.06)^16

    = $600 × 2.54035168468567  

   = $1,524.21  

3. For $12% compounded semiannually for 8 years.

P = Initial or original amount = $600

r = interest rate = 12% = 0.12  

n = compounding frequency = quarterly = 4

t = overall length of period the interest is applied  = 8

Therefore,

A = $600 × [1 + (0.12 ÷ 4)]^(4 × 8)

   = $600 × [1 + (0.03)]^32

   = $600 × (1.03)^32

    = $600 × 2.57508275568511  

   = $1,545.05  

4. For $12% compounded monthly for 8 years.

P = Initial or original amount = $600

r = interest rate = 12% = 0.12  

n = compounding frequency = quarterly = 12

t = overall length of period the interest is applied  = 8

Therefore,

A = $600 × [1 + (0.12 ÷ 12)]^(12 × 8)

   = $600 × [1 + (0.01)]^96

   = $600 × (1.01)^96

    = $600 × 2.59927292555939

   = $1,559.56  

The observed pattern of FVs occur because of the different compounding frequency.

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Answer:

The Government must use the solicitation to disclose the precise rating and scoring system to be used by the Source Selection Evaluation Board (SSEB) to evaluate the Non-Price Factors during the proposal evaluations.

This statement is a False statement.

Explanation:

SSEB tests the technical acceptability of proposals in a fair, accurate and effective manner with established evaluators and makes a valid and reliable evaluation as needed by request. Report information needed to support decisions on competitive range, the sharing of information, the selection of an award submission or the cancelation of an application.

Option D

Product Managers are expected to collaborate in planning the amount of upcoming Enabler work by establishing Completed epic acceptance criteria

Explanation:

Acceptance criteria are a formalized schedule of elements that assure that all user narratives are developed and complete synopses are carried into account. Acceptance Criteria are a collection of observations, respectively with a precise pass/fail outcome, that defines all specifications and are suitable at the Epic, Feature, and Story Level.

An epic is an excellent method to endure the trace of the huge idea in agile circumstances.  It enhances crews split their job while proceeding to operate towards a larger intention.

Product Managers are expected to establish Capacity allocation to plan the upcoming Enabler work, ensuring resources are balanced for all aspects of product development while managing the product backlog in Agile environments.

Product Managers are expected to collaborate in planning the amount of upcoming Enabler work by establishing Capacity allocation. This focuses on ensuring that there is an appropriate amount of resources dedicated to supporting, enhancing, and enabling the core functionalities of the product that, in turn, supports new features and user stories. Product Managers have to balance the capacity to manage both enabler work and feature development within the team's workload. The creation and iteration of the product backlog as a living document are essential in Agile methodologies, with requirements being fine-tuned over time.

Backlog prioritization, a guide to practical task sequencing, and working in close continual communication with the product owner are also integral in maintaining a productive Agile team environment. Through effective backlog management and constant iterative dialogue, teams are able to prioritize work and adapt to changes swiftly, ensuring sustainable development and progress.

Answer:

(a) 6

(b) 60.8 days

Explanation:

Given that,

Cost of goods sold = $435,000

Average inventory = 72,500

Therefore,

(a) Inventory turnover ratio:

= Cost of goods sold ÷ Average inventory

= $435,000 ÷ 72,500

= 6

Therefore, the inventory turnover ratio is 6.

(b) Number of days' sales in inventory:

= 365 days ÷ Inventory turnover ratio

= 365 days ÷ 6

= 60.8 days

Therefore, the number of days sales in inventory is 60.8 days.

Answer:

a. The percentage of change from 2018 to 2019 is 6%

The change is an decrease.

b. The percentage of change from 2019 to 2020 is 12%

The change is an increase.

Explanation:

a.

The amount net income of change from 2018 to 2019:

Net income in 2019 - Net income in 2018 = $460,600 - $490,000 = -$29,400<0

The percentage of change from 2018 to 2019 = ($29,400/$490,000) x 100% = 6%

The change is an decrease.

b.

The amount net income of change from 2019 to 2020:

Net income in 2020 - Net income in 2019 = $515,872 - $460,600 = $55,272>0

The percentage of change from 2019 to 2020 = ($55,272/$460,600) x 100% = 12%

The change is an increase.

Answer:

2000yes

uyrs 2000

Answer:

28 month (approx)

Explanation:

Given

Present value = $470

Monthly Payment = $20

Interest Rate = 15% annual = 15% / 12 = 1.25% monthly

                                                             =0.0125