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:

Yesterday’s Closing Price=Today’s Closing PriceNet Change\text{Yesterday's Closing Price} = \text{Today's Closing Price} - \text{Net Change}

Substituting the values:

Today’s Closing Price=32.13\text{Today's Closing Price} = 32.13 Net Change=0.07\text{Net Change} = -0.07 Yesterday’s Closing Price=32.13(0.07)=32.13+0.07=32.20\text{Yesterday's Closing Price} = 32.13 - (-0.07) = 32.13 + 0.07 = 32.20

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:

  1. What does a negative net change signify in stock trading?
  2. How do we calculate a stock's P/E ratio?
  3. What is the significance of EPS (Earnings Per Share) in evaluating a stock?
  4. How does dividend yield relate to stock performance?
  5. 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