DES Was Used to Prevent Miscarriage in the 1940s and 1950s

question 162

True/False

DES was used to prevent miscarriage in the 1940s and 1950s but caused cervical and testicular cancer in some offspring.

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Cost of Goods Sold

The direct costs attributable to the production of the goods or services sold by a company, including material and labor expenses.

Sales on Account

Transactions where goods are sold but payment is deferred, creating receivables for the seller.

Quick Ratio

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Marketable Securities

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