Three divisions of Jameson Co. report the following sales and operating data:

Required:
1. Compute the ROI for each division, using the formula stated in terms of margin and turnover.
2. Compute the residual income for each division.
3. Assume that each division is presented with an investment opportunity that would yield a rate of return of 17%.
a. If performance is being measured by ROI, which division or divisions will probably accept the opportunity? Reject it? Why?
b. If performance is being measured by residual income, which division or divisions will probably accept the opportunity? Reject it? Why?

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Athletic Wear Fitness Training Spa Services Sales.... Average operating assets Operating income... Minimum required rate of return.. $400,000 $600,000 $200,000 $ 30,000 10% $750,000 $250,000 $ 37,500 12% $ 24,000 10% ........