2. Cash conversion cycle Cash management is a very important function of managers. Companies need to manage their operations in a way that they can sustain growth and yet not run out of cash. Consider the case of the Happy Turtle Transporters Inc.: Happy Turtle Transporters Inc. has forecasted sales of $30,000,000 for next year and expects its cost of goods sold (COGS) to remain at 80% of sales. Currently, the firm holds $2,800,000 in inventories, $2,200,000 in accounts receivable, and $2,600,000 in accounts payable. Approximately how long does it take Happy Turtle Transporters to convert its raw materials to its finished products and then to sell those goods? (Note: In all calculations, assume that there are 365 days in a year.) 42.58 days 46.84 days 38.32 days 36.19 days On average, it takes from the time a sale is made until the time cash is collected from customers. after the firm Happy Turtle Transporters relies on customer credit when it buys raw materials from its suppliers. On average, it takes purchases materials before it sends cash to its suppliers