Match Each Ratio That Follows to Its Use (Items A-H)

question 103

Multiple Choice

Match each ratio that follows to its use (items a-h) . Items may be used more than once.
-price-earnings (P/E) ratio

• A)assess the profitability of the assets
• B)assess how effectively assets are used
• C)indicate the ability to pay current liabilities
• D)indicate how much of the company is financed by debt and equity
• E)indicate instant debt-paying ability
• F)assess the profitability of the investment by common stockholders
• G)indicate future earnings prospects
• H)indicate the extent to which earnings are being distributed to common stockholders

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Definitions:

Formed Element

Components of blood, such as red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets, that are either cellular or cell fragments.

Platelet

Small blood cells essential for blood clotting, which prevent excessive bleeding when blood vessels are injured.

Erythrocyte

A red blood cell that is responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body.

Hematocrit

A measure of the volume percentage of red blood cells in blood, used to detect anemia, dehydration, and other conditions.