The Price-Earnings Ratio Is Calculated by Dividing

question 34

Multiple Choice

The price-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing

• A)the market price per share by earnings per share.
• B)earnings per share by the average number of shares.
• C)profit by the market price per share.
• D)earnings per share by the market price per share.

Understand the principles underlying the calculation and interpretation of financial ratios.

Grasp the concept of risk in investment and its implications on expected returns.

Understand the conditions and documentation required for hedge accounting under U.S. GAAP.

Analyze the impact of foreign currency fluctuations on U.S. companies involved in international transactions.

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