Which of the Following Formulae Is Used to Calculate Average

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following formulae is used to calculate average total assets for the return on assets ratio?

• A) Average total assets = (Beginning total assets + Ending total assets) × 2
• B) Average total assets = (Beginning total assets - Ending total assets) × 2
• C) Average total assets = (Beginning total assets - Ending total assets) / 2
• D) Average total assets = (Beginning total assets + Ending total assets) / 2

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