Sarah and Diane Are Both Billing Clerks for the Local

question 13

Multiple Choice

Sarah and Diane are both billing clerks for the local trucking company earning $17,000 per year. Sarah is attending college, plans to graduate in one year and earn $55,000 as an economist. Diane is not in college or undergoing any specialized training and will have the same job next year. According to economic theory, which of the two individuals would tend to have a higher current savings rate?

• A) Sarah
• B) Diane
• C) Both will have the same saving rate.
• D) Economic theory sheds no light on this question.

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Definitions:

Statement of Stockholders' Equity

A financial statement that shows changes in the value of a company's equity over a specific period, including stocks and retained earnings.

Income Statement

A document detailing a company's income, outgoings, and financial performance for a set timeframe.

Balance Sheet

A financial statement that reports a company's assets, liabilities, and shareholders' equity at a specific point in time, providing a snapshot of its financial condition.

Accounts Payable

Obligations a company must settle with lenders or suppliers within a short timeframe, often within a year.