a. Calculate the total book value of Meyer's common stock.   b. What is the book value per share of Meyer's common stock?

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An analyst gathers the following information about Meyer, Incorporated:
 

  • Meyer has 1,200 shares of 10% cumulative preferred stock outstanding, with a par value of $100 and liquidation value of $110.
  • Meyer has 24,000 shares of common stock outstanding, with a par value of $20.
  • Meyer had retained earnings at the beginning of the year of $5,100,000.
  • Net income for the year was $72,000.
  • This year, for the first time in its history, Meyer paid no dividends on preferred or common stock.

 

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a. Calculate the total book value of Meyer's common stock.

 

b. What is the book value per share of Meyer's common stock? (Round your answer to 2 decimal places.)
 

 
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