The Medieval Clergy, Especially Monks and Nuns

question 49

Multiple Choice

The medieval clergy, especially monks and nuns,

• A)were for the most part money-hungry.
• B)gained a reputation of unconcern for their parishioners.
• C)too often became obsessed with investments and rents.
• D)owned much of their country's best land.
• E)did a tremendous amount of good works in their own communities.

Evaluate the use of industry benchmark information for financial analysis.

Recognize the significance of changes in financial ratios over time and their impact on company valuation.

Distinguish between sources and uses of cash and their reflection in a firm's financial health.

Understand the relationship between asset, liability, and equity accounts and their impact on fund sourcing and use.

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