Gitman: Principl Manageri Finance_15 (15th Edition) (What's New in Finance)
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ISBN: 9780134476315
Author: Chad J. Zutter, Scott B. Smart
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 15, Problem 15.8P
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To determine: The additional profit contribution from sales that the firm will realize if it makes the proposed change.
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To determine: The marginal investment in account receivables.
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To determine: The cost of the marginal investment in account receivables.
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To discuss: The firm implements the proposed change and other information would be helpful in your analysis.
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Gitman: Principl Manageri Finance_15 (15th Edition) (What's New in Finance)
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