A U.S. firm has total assets valued at €820,000 located in Germany. This valuation did not change from last year. Last year, theexchange rate was €.9470/$. Today, the exchange rate is € 8993/$. By what amount did these assets change in value on the firm'sU.S. financial statements?Multiple Choice-$39,114.00-$45,928.01$45,928.01

Value of Total Assests in Euro = €820,000Last Year Exchange Rate = €0.9470 / $Current Year Exchange…

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