1. Marcos's backyard pool, which measured 35 feet by 18 feet, needed a new filter. A sales brochure stated, “This filter will keep any normal backyard pool, up to 50
feet by 25, clean and healthy all summer for a minimum of 5 years.” Marcos signed
a sales contract, which included this disclaimer: “The filter will work to normal
industry standards. This is the only warranty. No other statements, written or oral,
apply. Pools vary widely, and the Seller cannot guarantee any specific level of per-
formance or cleanliness. Buyer agrees to this disclaimer.” The filter failed to keep
Marcos's pool clean, and he sued for breach of warranty. Who should win?

Grant, inc., acquired 30% of south co.’s voting stock for $200,000 on january 2, year 1, and did not elect the fair value option. the price equaled the carrying amount and the fair value of the interest purchased in south’s net assets. grant’s 30% interest in south gave grant the ability to exercise significant influence over south’s operating and financial policies. during year 1, south earned $80,000 and paid dividends of $50,000. south reported earnings of $100,000 for the 6 months ended june 30, year 2, and $200,000 for the year ended december 31, year 2. on july 1, year 2, grant sold half of its stock in south for $150,000 cash. south paid dividends of $60,000 on october 1, year 2. before income taxes, what amount should grant include in its year 1 income statement as a result of the investment?

Conor is 21 years old and just started working after college. he has opened a retirement account that pays 2.5% interest compounded monthly. he plans on making monthly deposits of $200. how much will he have in the account when he reaches 591 years of age?

Suppose that a firm is considering moving from a batch process to an assembly-line process to better meet evolving market needs. what concerns might the following functions have about this proposed process change: marketing, finance, human resources, accounting, and information systems?