Using the DuPont System of Analysis, Holding Other Factors Constant

question 135

Multiple Choice

Using the DuPont system of analysis, holding other factors constant, an increase in financial leverage will result in ________.

• A) an increase in the return on equity
• B) a decrease in the gross profit margin
• C) an increase in the gross profit margin
• D) an increase in retained earnings

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