Answer: $1.3 million
Explanation:
Based on the information given in the question, if this change delayed check clearing by 1 week, then the annual savings that were realized will be:
= Weekly payroll Ă— Cost of short term funds
= $10 million Ă— 13%
= $10 million Ă— 0.13
= $1.3 million
Annual savings realized is $1.3 million.