What is the return on total assets for Diane Company? a.6.3% b.1.4% c.3.4% d.9.8%

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The following information pertains to Diane Company. Assume that all balance sheet amounts represent both average and ending balance figures and that all sales were on credit.

Assets
Cash and short-term investments $39,930
Accounts receivable (net) 26,035
Inventory 25,780
Property, plant, and equipment 296,952
Total Assets $388,697
 
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
Current liabilities $60,554
Long-term liabilities 98,485
Common stock 162,488
Retained earnings 67,170
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $388,697
 
Income Statement
Sales $89,668 
Cost of goods sold 35,867 
Gross margin $53,801 
Operating expenses (29,364)
Interest expense (4,483)
Net income $19,954 
 
Number of shares of common stock outstanding 6,717
Market price of common stock $29
Total dividends paid $9,000
Cash provided by operations $30,000

What is the return on total assets for Diane Company?

a.6.3%
b.1.4%
c.3.4%
d.9.8%
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