A Financial Analyst Is Comparing Two Companies Using a Top-Down

question 8

Multiple Choice

A financial analyst is comparing two companies using a top-down approach. Which of the following would cause problems in the evaluation process?

• A)One company's fiscal year-end is October 31, while the other company's fiscal year-end is December 31.
• B)One company has been in business significantly longer than the other company.
• C)Inflation has been low for several years.
• D)The companies operate in different industries.

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