1. Looking at the industry Balance Sheets, suppose each company wants to increase its leverage to 3.0 by issuing bonds and purchasing plant and equipment. Which of the following company actions would accomplish that goal?

[ ] Andrews Total Liabilities would rise to 104,329,000. Andrews could buy 39,918,000 additional plant and equipment.

[ ] Digbys Total Liabilities would rise to 190,701,000. Digby could buy 127,134,000 additional plant and equipment.

[ ] Baldwins Total Liabilities would rise to 91,494,000. Baldwin could buy 45,132,000 additional plant and equipment.

[ ] Chesters Total Liabilities would rise to 120,988,000. Chester could buy 60,494,000 additional plant and equipment.