Leesum Company has two divisions: the Leone Division and the Letwo Division. The following information pertains to

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Leesum Company has two divisions: the Leone Division and the Letwo Division. The following information pertains to last year’s results:

Leesum’s actual cost of capital was 12%.


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1. Calculate the EVA for the Leone Division.
2. Calculate the EVA for the Letwo Division.
3. Is each division creating or destroying wealth?
4. Describe generally the types of actions that Leesum’s management team could take to increase Letwo Division’s EVA? Explain how Leesum’s management can use data analysis to decide which action(s) to take.

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Managerial Accounting The Cornerstone Of Business Decision Making

ISBN: 9780357715345

8th Edition

Authors: Maryanne M. Mowen, Don R. Hansen, Dan L. Heitger

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