Which of the Following Statements Regarding Ratio Analysis Is Incorrect

question 58

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding ratio analysis is incorrect?

• A) Ratio analysis is a specific form of horizontal analysis.
• B) There are many different ratios available for evaluating a firm's performance.
• C) Some ratios involve an account from the balance sheet and one from the income statement.
• D) Ratio analysis involves making comparisons between different accounts in the same set of financial statements.

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