Financial Indicator Used to Compare the Increase in Sales of Stores

question 139

Multiple Choice

financial indicator used to compare the increase in sales of stores that have been open for the same period of time is __________.

• A) return in investment
• B) percentage of markup
• C) gross profit
• D) sales per square foot
• E) same-store sales growth

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Definitions:

Gastric Pits

Small depressions in the lining of the stomach where gastric glands open, leading to the production of gastric juice.

Cholecystokinin

Hormone liberated by the upper intestinal mucosa on contact with gastric contents; stimulates the contraction of the gallbladder and the secretion of pancreatic juice high in digestive enzymes.

Pancreatic Bicarbonate

A bicarbonate ion produced by the pancreas that neutralizes stomach acid as it enters the small intestine.

Secretin

Hormone formed by the epithelial cells of the duodenum; stimulates secretion of pancreatic juice high in bicarbonate ions.