Requlred Informatlon [The following information applies to the questions displayed below.] Westerville Company reported the following results from last year's operations: $ 2,300,e00 670,000 Sales Variable expenses Contribution margin Fixed expenses 1,636, еве 1,170,600 460,000 Net operating income Average operating assets $ 1,437,500
Requlred Informatlon [The following information applies to the questions displayed below.] Westerville Company reported the following results from last year's operations: $ 2,300,e00 670,000 Sales Variable expenses Contribution margin Fixed expenses 1,636, еве 1,170,600 460,000 Net operating income Average operating assets $ 1,437,500
Chapter1: Financial Statements And Business Decisions
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Transcribed Image Text:**Westerville Company's Operational and Investment Analysis**
**Operational Results from Last Year:**
- **Sales:** $2,300,000
- **Variable Expenses:** $670,000
- **Contribution Margin:** $1,630,000
- **Fixed Expenses:** $1,178,000
- **Net Operating Income:** $468,000
- **Average Operating Assets:** $1,437,500
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**Investment Opportunity Details:**
At the beginning of this year, Westerville Company identified a $287,500 investment opportunity characterized by:
- **Sales:** $460,000
- **Contribution Margin Ratio:** 50% of sales
- **Fixed Expenses:** $161,000
The company's minimum required rate of return is 15%.
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**Analysis Task:**
**Question 9:**
If the company pursues the investment opportunity and otherwise performs the same as last year, calculate the ROI (Return on Investment) for this year. Note: Do not round intermediate calculations. Round your percentage answer to one decimal place (e.g., 0.1234 should be considered as 12.3%).
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