Paladin Furnishings generated $4 million in sales during 2018, and its year-end total assets were $3.2 million.

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Paladin Furnishings generated $4 million in sales during 2018, and its year-end total assets were $3.2 million. Also, at year-end 2018, current liabilities were$500,000, consisting of $200,000 of notes payable, $200,000 of accounts payable, and$100,000 of accrued liabilities. Looking ahead to 2019, the company estimates that its assets must increase by $0.80 for every $1.00 increase in sales. Paladin’s profit margin is 3%, and its retention ratio is 50%. How large of a sales increase can the company achieve without having to raise funds externally?

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Fundamentals of Financial Management

ISBN: 978-1337395250

15th edition

Authors: Eugene F. Brigham, Joel F. Houston

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