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A-LevelAccountingAnalysis and communication of accounting information9706/12 · Feb/Mar 2017 · Q171 Mark

The table shows year end information for a company. Income statement: profit from operations 14000; finance costs (1500); loss on disposal of non-current asset ($2500); profit for the year $10000. Statement of financial position: 5% debenture 2020 $30000; ordinary share capital $70000; share premium account $15000; retained earnings $35000. What is the return on capital employed (ROCE)?

A6.7%
B8.3%
C9.3%
D11.7%

✓ Correct answer

C: 9.3%

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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 2017 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 17.

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