A Weakness of the Current Ratio Is

question 161

Multiple Choice

A weakness of the current ratio is

• A) the difficulty of the calculation.
• B) that it doesn't take into account the composition of the current assets.
• C) that it is rarely used by sophisticated analysts.
• D) that it can be expressed as a percentage as a rate or as a proportion.

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Definitions:

Book Value

The net value of a company's assets as recorded on its balance sheet, often compared to its market value.

Equipment Account

An account on the balance sheet that represents the total cost of machinery and equipment owned by a company, less accumulated depreciation.

Accumulated Depreciation

The total amount of depreciation expense that has been recorded against a fixed asset since it was acquired, representing the reduction in value of the asset over time.

Book Value

The net value of an asset or liability recorded on the balance sheet, often different than its fair market value.