Which of the Following Is a Common Early Warning Sign

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a common early warning sign of financial trouble?

• A) Needing to use credit
• B) Regular turnover of inventory
• C) Declining profits despite increased sales
• D) All of the above

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Start-Ups

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Service Industries

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Basic Scientific Research

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Research and Development

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