Return on Equity (ROE) Is Computed by Dividing Net Income

question 48

True/False

Return on equity (ROE) is computed by dividing net income by the market value of equity.

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Definitions:

Research and Development

Activities undertaken by a company to innovate and introduce new products or services, or to improve their existing offerings.

International Financial Reporting Standards

A set of accounting standards developed by the International Accounting Standards Board that provides globally consistent financial reporting norms.

Inventory Write-Downs

An accounting process of reducing the cost of inventory that has declined in value below its original cost.

Net Profit Margin Ratio

A profitability measure that calculates the percentage of net income derived from total revenues.