Blueroot Inc

Multiple Choice

Blueroot Inc.is considering a change in its financing policy.Currently,it uses maximum trade credit by not taking discounts on its purchases.The standard industry credit terms offered by all its suppliers are 2/10 net 30 days,and the firm pays on time.The new CFO is considering borrowing from its bank,using short-term notes payable,and then taking discounts.The firm wants to determine the effect of this policy change on its net income.Its net purchases are $11,760 per day,using a 365-day year.The interest rate on the notes payable is 10%,and the tax rate is 40%.If the firm implements the plan,what is the expected change in net income?

A) $32,964
B) $34,699
C) $36,526
D) $38,448
E) $40,370