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A firm reported total assets of $1,619,000, sales of $739,000, and net income of $147,800. The firm paid $59,120 in dividends and intends to hold its dividend payout ratio constant. What is the firm’s internal growth rate?

A firm is currently operating at only 86 percent of fixed asset capacity. Fixed assets are $387,000. Current sales are $510,000 and are projected to grow to $664,000. What amount must be spent on new fixed assets to support this growth in sales?

 ▪ Which Florida businesses benefit from undocumented (illegal) immigrants?            ▪ Are these businesses donating to legislators?            ▪ Are the actions of the legislature motivated by this?  Explain and discuss. 

How can you distinguish between factual news reporting and opinion-based content in media coverage of the immigration dispute? What are the risks of relying on opinion-based sources in this case?

Reflect on how your own political biases might influence your research on this topic. How can you ensure a balanced and objective analysis of the issue despite potential personal biases?

What was a significant factor that contributed to the rise of consumer culture at the end of the nineteenth century?

Which of the following challenges did cities face as a result of rapid urbanization?

In what way did the practice of buying on credit influence consumer behavior during this period?

What role did factory owners and businesses play in the migration of African Americans to northern cities? 

In what ways did Kate Chopin’s novel “The Awakening” challenge the societal norms of her time?