Math Problem Statement
Assume $1.19 EPS. What was yesterday's closing price? Note: Round your answer to the nearest cent.
Solution
To calculate yesterday's closing price, we use the given Net Change and today's closing price.
Formula:
Substituting the values:
Final Answer:
Yesterday's closing price is $32.20.
Let me know if you would like further details or have questions. Here are five follow-up questions for exploration:
- What does a negative net change signify in stock trading?
- How do we calculate a stock's P/E ratio?
- What is the significance of EPS (Earnings Per Share) in evaluating a stock?
- How does dividend yield relate to stock performance?
- Why is the previous day’s closing price important in market analysis?
Tip: Always pay attention to the direction (positive or negative) of the Net Change while calculating
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Arithmetic
Stock Market Calculations
Formulas
Yesterday's Closing Price = Today's Closing Price - Net Change
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8