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5. The Silver Spoon reported the following performance information for their three divisions. East Division Central Division West Division Residual Income $200,000 $250,000 $150,000 Return on Investment 15% 14% 11% Minimum Required Rate of Return 10% 12% 9% a. Assume that each division is presented with an investment opportunity that would yield a rate of return of 12%. If performance is being measured solely by return on investment, will the East Division accept or reject the opportunity? b. Assume that each division is presented with an investment opportunity that would yield a rate of return of 12%. If performance is being measured solely by residual income, will the East Division accept or reject the opportunity?