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A-LevelAccountingAnalysis and communication of accounting information9706/12 · Feb/Mar 2018 · Q171 Mark

The statement of financial position of X Limited at 31 December 2017 shows the following. $000 non-current assets 1350 current assets 140 ordinary share capital 900 general reserve 150 10% debentures 200 current liabilities 90 retained earnings 150 The profit from operations for the year was $65000 and the finance costs were $20000. What is the return on capital employed for 2017?

A3.21%
B4.64%
C5.7%
D5.91%

✓ Correct answer

B: 4.64%

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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 2018 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 17.

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