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X-1 Corp's total assets at the end of last year were $405,000 and its EBIT was 52,500. What was its basic earning power (BEP) ratio? a. 12.96% b. 14.29% c. 11.70% d. 12.31% e. 13.61%
This ratio indicates the ability of the firm's assets to generate operating income. Basic earning power (BEP) ratio is a measure that calculates the earning power of a business before the effect of the business' income taxes and its financial leverage.
It is calculated by dividing earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) by total assets.
Basic Earning Power = EBIT/Total Assets
= 52500/405000
= 0.12963
It means 12.96%
Answer is a. 12.96%