The West Division of Frede Corporation had average operating assets of $700,000 and net operating income of $120,800 in December. The minimum required rate of return for performance evaluation purposes is 16%. What was the West Division's residual income in December?
A)$8,800
B)($19,328)
C)($8,800)
D)$19,328

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Residual income is calculated as net operating income minus the product of average operating assets and the minimum required rate of return. Here, it is $120,800 - ($700,000 * 0.16) = $120,800 - $112,000 = $8,800.

The West Division of Frede Corporation Had Average Operating Assets