Select the Statement for Which a Ratio of the Measurements

question 51

Multiple Choice

Select the statement for which a ratio of the measurements is meaningful. State "Neither" or "Both" if appropriate.
-1 The fertilized grass grew 2.9 inches in a week; the unfertilized grass grew 1.8 inches in the same week.
2 The single-stage model rocket went up 287 ft; the two-stage model rocket went up 412 ft.

• A) The single-stage model rocket went up 287 ft; the two-stage model rocket went up 412 ft.
• B) The fertilized grass grew 2.9 inches in a week; the unfertilized grass grew 1.8 inches in the same week.
• C) Neither
• D) Both

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Definitions:

Treasury Stock

Shares of a company's own stock that have been reacquired by the company and held in the company's treasury.

Contra Equity

An equity account that decreases the total equity of a company, often related to withdrawals or deductions from the total equity.

Common Stock Outstanding

The shares of a corporation's stock that are issued and held by investors, excluding treasury shares.

Common Stock Issued

Shares of a company that have been allocated to shareholders, representing ownership interest in the corporation.