Firm a and Firm B Have the Same Total Assets

question 120

Multiple Choice

Firm A and Firm B have the same total assets, ROA and profit margin (greater than 0) . However, Firm B has a higher debt ratio and interest expense than Firm A. Which of the following statements is correct?

• A) Firm B must have a higher ROE than Firm A.
• B) Firm B must have a higher capital intensity ratio than Firm A.
• C) Firm B must have a higher fixed asset turnover than Firm A.
• D) Firm B must have a lower ACP than Firm A.

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