Using the information provided, indicate how much the total Net Operating Profit BEFORE taxes would be (Net Operating Profit BEFORE tax = NOPBT). Tip: It is recommended to first identify the operating accounts of the state in order to answer the question.
ABC, Inc.
Consolidated Income Statement
For the year that ended on December 31, 2023 $ millions
Net sales $ 92,000
Cost of sales (costo inventario vendido) (27,600)
Gross profit 64,400
Operating expenses:
Selling, general and administrative expenses 13,800
Research, development & engineering expenses 4,600
Restructuring charges 92
Depreciation and amortization expense 920
Total operating expenses 19,412
Operating income 44,988
other revenues and other expenses:
Interest expense 1,104
Interest revenue 460
Investment income from equity method 92
Dividend revenue 138
Loss for sale of equipment 184
Earnings before income taxes 44,758
Income tax expense (benefit) 2,300
Net Income $ 42,458