The Management Discussion and Analysis (MDA)section of the Annual Report

question 59

Multiple Choice

The Management Discussion and Analysis (MDA) section of the annual report concentrates on

• A)analyzing the possible acquisition of other companies,and how those new acquisitions would mesh within the current corporate structure.
• B)describing the background of management personnel,how long they have held their current position,and how long and in what capacities each manager has worked for the company.
• C)examining how the company is performing relative to other companies in the industry.
• D)explaining the major changes in the operating results,liquidity and capital resources.
• E)explaining the auditor report.

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