Asked by Brianna Prater on Jun 16, 2024

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Jones Corp.reported current assets of $193,000 and current liabilities of $137,000 on its most recent balance sheet.The working capital is:

A) 141%.
B) 71%.
C) ($56,000) .
D) $56,000.
E) 41%.

Working Capital

The difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities, used to measure its short-term financial health and operational efficiency.

Current Assets

Assets that are expected to be converted into cash, sold, or consumed within one year or within the business's normal operating cycle if longer.

Current Liabilities

Financial obligations of a business that are due and payable within one year, including accounts payable, short-term loans, and other short-term debts.

  • Understand and calculate working capital and its significance.
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Bharathish TamraparniJun 16, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Working capital is calculated as current assets minus current liabilities. Therefore, the working capital for Jones Corp. is $193,000 - $137,000 = $56,000. Choice D is the correct answer.