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A-LevelAccountingAnalysis and communication of accounting information9706/12 · Feb/Mar 2025 · Q221 Mark

The accounting year of a company ends on 31 December. At the end of Year 1, the company was financed by equity of $850000 and there were no long-term borrowings. At the beginning of Year 2, a 6% debenture of $150000 was issued. Profit for the year for Year 2 was $58000 and dividends of $20000 were paid. What was the return on capital employed for Year 2?

A5.59%
B6.33%
C6.45%
D7.55%

✓ Correct answer

C: 6.45%

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Analysis and communication of accounting information, A-Level Accounting (syllabus 9706). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Accounting, Feb/Mar 2025 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 22.

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