You Observe That a Firm's Profit Margin Is Below the Industry

question 58

Multiple Choice

You observe that a firm's profit margin is below the industry average, its debt ratio is below the industry average, and its return on equity exceeds the industry average. What can you conclude?

• A) Return on assets is above the industry average.
• B) Total assets turnover is above the industry average.
• C) Total assets turnover is below the industry average.
• D) Both statements a and b are correct.
• E) None of the statements above is correct.

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