Brookman Inc's latest EPS was $2.75, its book value per share was $22.75, it had 275,000 shares outstanding, and its debt/total invested capital ratio was 44%. The firm finances using only debt and common equity, and its total assets equal total invested capital. How much debt was outstanding? Do not round your intermediate calculations.

One of your new suppliers, kim, has been hearing rumors about your firm’s lack of capability to deliver high quality products and writes an email asking you to address the claims being made. in replying to her, you want to be sure that you are very clear and leave no room for misinterpretation. which of the following aspects of effective communication should you give the most attention? (a) making sure you understand kim’s areas of expertise. (b) supporting your reply with relevant data and facts. (c) establishing your credibility as an expert. (d) paying attention to implied communications.