Common Size Income Statements Make It Easier to Compare Firms

question 61

Multiple Choice

Common size income statements make it easier to compare firms

• A) that use different inventory valuation methods (FIFO vs. LIFO).
• B) in different industries.
• C) with different degrees of leverage.
• D) of different sizes.

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