"Analysts Look for Red Flags in Financial Statements That May

question 27

Multiple Choice

"Analysts look for red flags in financial statements that may signal financial trouble." Which of the following is a "red flag" suggesting that a company may be in trouble?

• A)a decline in days' sales in inventory
• B)a decrease in dividend payout ratio from year to year
• C)a reduction in the debt ratio
• D)net cash flow from operating activities is consistently lower than net income

Understand the distinctions between altruistic and egoistic helping behaviors.

Recognize the role of empathy in motivating helping behavior.

Identify factors influencing the likelihood of engaging in helping behavior, including situational and gender differences.

Comprehend how humans compare to animals in their helping behavior.

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