An Adjusted Trial Balance for Southside Video Productions Is Presented

question 131

Multiple Choice

An adjusted trial balance for Southside Video Productions is presented below.
- Compute the debt ratio:

• A) 0.48
• B) 0.52
• C) 0.37
• D) 2.07

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Definitions:

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