$\begin{array}{llrrrrrr}\mathrm{X} & 1 & -1 & -6 & -2 & -3 & 3 & -4 \\\mathrm{Y} & 20 & 22 & 18 & 21 & 24 & 20 & 27\end{array}$

question 23

Multiple Choice

$\begin{array}{llrrrrrr}\mathrm{X} & 1 & -1 & -6 & -2 & -3 & 3 & -4 \\\mathrm{Y} & 20 & 22 & 18 & 21 & 24 & 20 & 27\end{array}$

• A) The variables do not appear to be
• B) The variables appear to be linearly related. negatively, linearly related.
• C) The variables do not appear to be linearly related.
• D) The variables appear to be positively, linearly related.

Understand the concept of ratio and its application in financial analysis.

Calculate and interpret asset management ratios to evaluate how effectively a company is using its assets.

Calculate and interpret liquidity ratios to assess a company's ability to meet short-term obligations.

Identify and calculate ratios that measure the risk of creditors relative to the risk taken by stockholders.

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Definitions:

Substantially

To a great or significant extent, often used to signify the importance, size, or degree of something.

Positive Trade Balance

A situation where the value of a country's exports exceeds the value of its imports, also known as a trade surplus.

Merchandise

Goods produced for the purpose of being sold, typically referred to in the context of retail sales and trade.

Services

Intangible products such as education, healthcare, and entertainment that are consumed at the point of delivery.