Madrigal Electromotive GmbH is currently operating at only 94 percent of fixed asset capacity. Current sales are $540,000. Fixed assets are $420,000 and sales are projected to grow to $760,000. How much in new fixed assets are required to support this growth in sales? Assume the company maintains its current operating capacity. (Do not round intermediate calculations and round your final answer to 2 decimal places. (e.g., 32.16))

Madrigal Electromotive GmbH is currently operating at only 94 percent of fixed asset capacity. Current sales are $540,000. Fixed assets are $420,000 and sales are projected to grow to $760,000. How much in new fixed assets are required to support this growth in sales? Assume the company maintains its current operating capacity. (Do not round intermediate calculations and round your final answer to 2 decimal places. (e.g., 32.16))

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