In Order to Understand If the Results of Ratio Calculations

question 96

Multiple Choice

In order to understand if the results of ratio calculations indicate a financially strong company,the results:

• A)Should be compared to other firms in the same industry.
• B)Are compared to same size firms in the same geographic region of the country.
• C)Are compared to the norms established by generally accepted accounting principles.
• D)Are compared to the largest firms in the country.

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Definitions:

Standard Cost Performance Report

A financial analysis tool that compares actual costs incurred to standard costs, identifying variances for managing performance.

Variance Analysis

The process of investigating the difference between planned and actual numbers to understand deviations in financial performance.

Direct Materials Price Variance

The difference between the actual cost and the standard cost of materials used in production, indicating how effectively a company manages its material costs.

Flexible Budget

A budget that adjusts or flexes with changes in volume or activity levels of the organization.