EF Plc has 3 divisions – P, Q and R – whose performance is assessed on return on investment (ROI). The ROI for the divisions for the coming year is expected to be 24%, 28% and 23% respectively. Two new proposals are now being considered: (i) P is considering investing $75,000 in order to increase profit by $21,600 each year (ii) Q is considering selling a machine, forecast to earn a profit of $2,500 in the coming year, for its carrying value (NBV) of $7,000.
Which of the following divisions will reject the proposal under consideration because of its effect on ROI? A. P B. Q C. P and Q D. Neither P and Q