A Sign of Decreasing Earnings Quality Is

question 96

Multiple Choice

A sign of decreasing earnings quality is:

• A)declining cost of goods sold/sales ratio.
• B)declining gross margin/sales ratio.
• C)declining operating expenses/sales ratio.
• D)increasing operating income/sales ratio.

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Definitions:

Abduction

Movement away from the body.

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A portable bag filled with ice or refrigerant gel used to reduce swelling, relieve pain, or decrease inflammation by applying cold temperatures to affected areas.

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An enlargement of a body part caused by an accumulation of fluid or inflammation in tissues.

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A lamp designed to emit ultraviolet (UV) light, used for various applications including sterilization, curing processes, and scientific research.