Question: Refer to Practice 18-6. Assume that

> A recent study of 231,164 New Jersey heart attack patients showed that those admitted on a weekday had a 12.0 percent death rate in the next three years, compared with 12.9 percent for those admitted on a weekend. This difference was statistically signif

> Vail Resorts uses various types of scales and questions on their surveys. Here is a question from their guest satisfaction survey that uses a five-point scale. (a) Would the measurement level for the data collected from this question be nominal, ordinal,

> Calculate each Poisson probability: a. More than 10 arrivals with λ = 8.0. b. No more than 5 arrivals with λ = 4.0. c. At least 2 arrivals with λ = 5.0

> An ad for a cell phone service claims that it’s percent of “dropped calls” was significantly lower than that of its main competitor. In the fi ne print, the percents were given as 1.2 percent versus 1.4 percent. Is this reduction likely to be important t

> (a) Use Excel to prepare a line chart to display the skier/snowboarder data. Modify the default colors, fonts, etc., to make the display effective. (b) Describe the pattern, if any. U.S. Skier/Snowboarder Visits (Millions), 1984–2007 Season Visits S

> (a) Use Excel to prepare a line chart to display the data on housing starts. Modify the default colors, fonts, etc., to make the display effective. (b) Describe the pattern, if any. U.S. Housing Starts (thousands), 1990–2013 Year Starts Year Starts

> More than 30 percent of the results from major search engines for the keyword phrase “ring tone” are fake pages created by spammers.

> The probability that a randomly selected student in your class is celebrating a birthday today is 1/365.

> Recently, the same five winning numbers (4, 21, 23, 34, 39) came up both on Monday and on Wednesday in the North Carolina Lottery. “That’s so unlikely that it must be rigged,” said Mary. Which fallacy, if any, do you see in Mary’s reasoning?

> Which type of data (cross-sectional or time series) is each variable? a. Mexico’s GDP for each of the last 10 quarters. b. Unemployment rates in each of the 31 states in Mexico at the end of last year. c. Unemployment rate in Mexico at the end of each o

> Which type of data (cross-sectional or time series) is each variable? a. Value of Standard & Poor’s 500 stock price index at the close of each trading day last year. b. Closing price of each of the 500 stocks in the S&P 500 index on the last trading day

> How can you tell when the point has been reached where you should call for an expert statistician? List some costs and some benefits that would govern this decision.

> “Many college graduates will not use very much statistics during their 40-year careers, so why study it?” (a) List several arguments for and against this statement. Which position do you find more convincing? (b) Replace the word “statistics” with “accou

> Calculate each compound event probability: a. P(X < 10), λ = 11.0 b. P(X > 3), λ = 5.2 c. P(X < 2), λ = 3.7

> Use Excel to generate 100 random integers from (a) 1 through 2, inclusive; (b) 1 through 5, inclusive; and (c) 0 through 99, inclusive. (d) In each case, write the Excel formula. (e) In each case, calculate the mean and standard deviation of the sample o

> What is an antidilutive security? Why are such securities generally excluded from the computation of EPS?

> What is meant by dilution of EPS?

> Under what circumstances should the existence of an environmental liability be considered “probable”?

> What is the two-class method?

> How should contingent liabilities that are reasonably possible of becoming liabilities be reported in the financial statements?

> What international standard governs the accounting for derivatives? How does this standard differ from U.S. GAAP?

> What is the meaning of the if-converted method of computing EPS?

> Convertible debt that is dilutive requires an adjustment to income. What is the nature of the adjustment?

> An enterprise split its common stock 3 for 1 on July 1. Its accounting year ends December 31. Prior to the split, there were 10,000 shares of common stock outstanding. What is the weighted-average number of shares that should be used to compute EPS in th

> Refer to Practice 19-1 and Practice 19-2. What would be the impact on the company’s total cash payment in Year 2 if the pay-fixed, receive-variable interest rate swap had been based on a loan amount of $300,000 instead of $100,000? In other words, what w

> Refer to Practice 19-7 and complete the following: 1. Compute the total amount (including all option-related cash flows) that the shirt company will pay to buy 100,000 pounds of cotton in January of Year 2, assuming that the price of cotton per pound on

> The company makes colorful 100% cotton shirts that are very popular among sophisticated business executives. The company uses 100,000 pounds of cotton each month in its production process. On December 1 of Year 1, the company purchased a call option to b

> Refer to Practice 19-5 and complete the following: 1. Compute the total amount (including all futures-related cash flows) that the mining company will receive to sell 25,000 pounds of copper in January of Year 2, assuming that the price of copper per pou

> The mining company produces 25,000 pounds of copper each month in its mining operations. To eliminate the price risk associated with copper sales, on December 1 of Year 1, the mining company entered into a futures contract to sell 25,000 pounds of copper

> Why are EPS figures adjusted retroactively for stock dividends, stock splits, and reverse stock splits?

> Refer to Practice 19-3 and complete the following: 1. Compute the total amount (including all forward-related cash flows) that the golf course developer will pay to buy 5,000 trees in Year 2, assuming that the price of a tree on January 1 of Year 2 is (

> The company is a golf course developer that constructs approximately 15 courses per year. Next year, the company will buy 5,000 trees to install in the courses it builds. In recent years, the price of trees has fluctuated wildly. To eliminate this uncert

> Refer to Practice 19-1 and complete the following: 1. Compute the total amount (including all swap-related cash flows) that the company will pay in interest in Year 2, assuming that the prime lending rate on January 1 of Year 2 is (a) 8%, (b) 12%, and

> Refer to Practice 19-3. Make any necessary journal entry on the golf course developer’s books on December 31 of Year 1 in connection with the tree forward contract, assuming that the price per tree on that date is (1) $250 (2) $600, and (3) $400. In Pra

> Refer to Practice 19-1. Make any necessary journal entry on the borrowing company’s books on December 31 of Year 1 in connection with the interest rate swap, assuming that the prime lending rate on December 31 is (1) 8%, (2) 12%, and (3) 10%. Even tho

> Compute the notional amount of the derivative contract for each of the following: 1. The interest rate swap contract. 2. The tree forward contract. 3. The copper futures contract. 4. The corn futures contract.

> A farmer expects to sell 5,000 bushels of corn on January 1 of Year 2. On December 1 of Year 1, the farmer enters into a futures contract to sell the corn on January 1 of Year 2 at $2.30 per bushel. The market price of corn on December 1 was also $2.30 p

> On December 1 of Year 1, the company made a $100,000 investment in a highly risky Internet stock. The investment is classified as a trading security. Part of the investment agreement prevents the company from selling the investment before January 1 of Ye

> Refer to Practice 19-3 and Practice 19-4. What would be the impact on the golf course developer’s total cash payment to purchase trees in Year 2 if the forward contract had been for just 1,500 trees rather than the full 5,000 trees expected to be purchas

> On January 1 of Year 1, the company entered into a 2-year $100,000 variable interest rate loan. In the first year of the loan, the interest rate is 10%. In its second year, the interest rate is equal to the prime lending rate on January 1 of Year 2. The

> What is the difference between a forward contract and a futures contract?

> The company had 100,000 shares of common stock outstanding on January 1. In addition, as of January 1, the company had issued 500 convertible bonds ($1,000 face value, 10%). The company has no other potentially dilutive securities. The bonds were convert

> The company had 200,000 shares of common stock outstanding on January 1. In addition, as of January 1, the company had issued 5,000 convertible preferred shares (cumulative, 5%, $100 par). These preferred shares were converted on September 1. Each prefer

> The company had 100,000 shares of common stock outstanding on January 1. In addition, as of January 1, the company had issued stock options that allowed employees to purchase 40,000 shares of common stock. The option exercise price is $10 per share. The

> Net income for the company for the year was $300,000, and 100,000 shares of common stock were outstanding during the year. The income tax rate is 30%. For each of the following potentially dilutive securities, perform the shortcut antidilution test to de

> Refer to Practice 18-10. Assume that the convertible bonds were issued on October 1. Compute diluted earnings per share, assuming that (1) Each bond was convertible into 100 shares of common stock and (2) Each bond was convertible into 15 shares of com

> The company had 50,000 shares of common stock outstanding throughout the year. In addition, as of January 1, the company had issued 100 convertible bonds ($1,000 face value, 10%). The company has no other potentially dilutive securities. Net income for t

> Refer to Practice 18-8. Assume that the convertible preferred stock was issued on February 1. Also assume that the issuance agreement stipulates that the preferred stockholders are entitled to their entire preferred dividend for the year even though the

> The company had 100,000 shares of common stock outstanding throughout the year. In addition, as of January 1, the company had issued 10,000 convertible preferred shares (cumulative, 5%, $100 par). The company has no other potentially dilutive securities.

> The company had 200,000 shares of common stock outstanding throughout the year. In addition, as of January 1, the company had issued stock options that allowed employees to purchase 50,000 shares of common stock. The option exercise price is $10 per shar

> What distinguishes a simple capital structure from a complex capital structure?

> The company had the following shares of stock outstanding during the year. Data regarding dividend privileges and net income are also given. • Common shares outstanding: 320,000 for the entire year • Participating preferred shares outstanding: 100,000 sh

> On January 1, the company had 200,000 common shares outstanding. On April 1, the company issued 60,000 additional shares. On August 1, the company performed a 2-for-1 stock split. The company also had 20,000 shares of 8%, $50 par preferred stock outstand

> On January 1, the company had 100,000 common shares outstanding. This same number of common shares was outstanding throughout the year. The company also had 30,000 shares of 5%, $100 par preferred stock outstanding throughout the year. The company did no

> On January 1, the company had 150,000 common shares outstanding. During the year, the following events occurred: March 1: 2-for-1 stock split June 1: Issued 45,000 additional shares September 1: 20% stock dividend What was the weighted-average number

> On January 1, the company had 200,000 common shares outstanding. On April 1, the company issued 60,000 additional shares. On August 1, the company reacquired 100,000 shares. What was the weighted-average number of shares outstanding for the year?

> When does partial hedge ineffectiveness occur?

> Why is traditional historical cost accounting inappropriate when accounting for derivative contracts?

> Describe the purpose of a cash flow hedge, and give an example of a cash flow hedge.

> How does an option differ from the other types of derivatives discussed in the chapter?

> Why would a company enter into an interest rate swap?

> Why are EPS figures computed on the basis of common stock transactions that have not yet happened rather than on the basis of strictly historical common stock data?

> Briefly describe the four types of risk discussed in the chapter.

> Why is a derivative often an executory contract? Give another example of an executor contract.

> How does the accounting for a speculative derivative investment differ from that for a derivative that serves as a hedge?

> Derivatives are to be reported in the balance sheet at their fair value on the balance sheet date. How are unrealized gains and losses on derivatives recognized in the financial statements?

> Why should investors be careful in interpreting interim reports?

> Distinguish between the two primary viewpoints concerning the preparation of interim financial statements.

> Is segment information prepared according to GAAP? Explain.

> How large must an internally defined segment be for separate financial statement disclosure to be required?

> How is a business segment to be identified under the provisions of FASB ASC Topic 280 (Segment Reporting)?

> In what ways can segment information assist in the analysis of a company’s financial statements?

> What limitations should be recognized in using EPS data?

> How does a derivative differ from other financial instruments and contracts?

> What factors must a company consider in estimating the amount to recognize for a probable contingent liability?

> What factors are important in deciding whether a pending lawsuit should be reported as a liability on the balance sheet?

> Describe the appropriate treatment of contingent gains.

> If a company has multiple potentially dilutive securities, how are the computations made to ensure obtaining the lowest EPS figure?

> Why are all convertible securities and options antidilutive when a company is operating at a loss?

> If stock options are actually exercised during the year, how is diluted EPS affected?

> A derivative used as an economic hedge of foreign currency risk associated with a foreign currency–denominated asset or liability is not accounted for as a hedge under the provisions of FASB ASC Topic 815 (Derivatives and Hedging). How are these derivati

> What is the notional amount of a derivative? How can the notional amount be misleading?

> What is the treasury stock method of accounting for outstanding stock options, warrants, and rights in computing diluted EPS?

> Earnings per share computations have received increased prominence on the income statement. How would an investor use such information in making investment decisions?

> The adjusted trial balance of Hodges Company shows these data pertaining to sales at the end of its fiscal year, October 31, 2014: Sales Revenue $900,000; Freight-Out $14,000; Sales Returns and Allowances $22,000; and Sales Discounts $13,500. Instructio

> On January 10, Allison Milo uses her Crawford Co. credit card to purchase merchandise from Crawford Co. for $1,700. On February 10, Milo is billed for the amount due of $1,700. On February 12, Milo pays $1,100 on the balance due. On March 10, Milo is bil

> The ledger of Wainwright Company at the end of the current year shows Accounts Receivable $78,000; Credit Sales $810,000; and Sales Returns and Allowances $40,000. Instructions: (a) If Wainwright uses the direct write-off method to account for uncollect

> Hinshaw Company purchased a new machine on October 1, 2014, at a cost of $90,000. The company estimated that the machine has a salvage value of $8,000. The machine is expected to be used for 70,000 working hours during its 8-year life. Instructions: Com

> Mountain Lake Corporation&acirc;&#128;&#153;s accounting records show the following at year-end December 31, 2014: Assuming that Mountain Lake Corporation uses the periodic system, compute (a) cost of goods purchased and (b) cost of goods sold. $ 5

> On March 20, Garber’s petty cash fund of $100 is replenished when the fund contains $19 in cash and receipts for postage $40, supplies $26, and travel expense $15. Prepare the journal entry to record the replenishment of the petty cash fund.

> On January 6, Aaron Co. sells merchandise on account to Foley Inc. for $9,200, terms 1/10, n/30. On January 16, Foley pays the amount due. Instructions: Prepare the entries on Aaron Co.’s books to record the sale and related collection. (Omit cost of go

> During October, Wichita Light Company experiences the following transactions in establishing a petty cash fund. Oct. 1 A petty cash fund is established with a check for $150 issued to the petty cash custodian. 31 A check was written to reimburse the

> In the month of November, Halladay Company Inc. wrote checks in the amount of $9,750. In December, checks in the amount of $11,762 were written. In November, $8,800 of these checks were presented to the bank for payment, and $10,889 in December. What is

> At July 31, Farmer Company has this bank information: cash balance per bank $7,291; outstanding checks $762; deposits in transit $1,350; and a bank service charge $40. Determine the adjusted cash balance per bank at July 31.

> These transactions took place for Glavine Co. 2013 May 1 Received a $5,000, 12-month, 6% note in exchange for an outstanding account receivable from S. Rooney. Dec. 31 Accrued interest revenue on the S. Rooney note. 2014 May 1 Received principal pl

> On December 31, 2013, when its Allowance for Doubtful Accounts had a debit balance of $1,400, Hunt Co. estimates that 9% of its accounts receivable balance of $90,000 will become uncollectible and records the necessary adjustment to Allowance for Doubtfu

> Ruth Company has been in business several years. At the end of the current year, the unadjusted trial balance shows: Accounts Receivable ………………………………. $ 310,000 Dr. Sales Revenue ………………………………………. 2,200,000 Cr. Allowance for Doubtful Accounts ……………………. 5

> Sadowski Video Center accumulates the following cost and market data at December 31. Compute the lower-of-cost-or-market valuation for Sadowski inventory. Market Inventory Categories Cost Data Data Cameras $12,500 9,000 13,000 $13,400 9,500 12,200 C

> Assume the same information as in BE5-8 and also that Tracy Company has beginning inventory of $60,000, ending inventory of $90,000, and net sales of $612,000. Determine the amounts to be reported for cost of goods sold and gross profit.

> Assume that Tracy Company uses a periodic inventory system and has these account balances: Purchases $404,000; Purchase Returns and Allowances $13,000; Purchase Discounts $9,000; and Freight-In $16,000. Determine net purchases and cost of goods purchased