The Trend Analysis Report of Marswell, Inc Which of the Following Is a Correct Conclusion from the (In

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Multiple Choice

The trend analysis report of Marswell, Inc. is given below (in millions) : $$\begin{array} { | l | r | r | r | r | r| } \hline & 2019 & 2018 & 2017 & 2016 & 2015 \\\hline \text { Net income } & \$ 700 & \$ 605 & \$ 456 & \$ 407 & \$ 400 \\\hline \text { Trend percentages } & 175 \% & 151 \% & 114 \% & 102 \% & 100 \% \\\hline\end{array}$$ Which of the following is a correct conclusion from the above analysis?

• A) Net income for 2017 has increased by 114% over that for 2015.
• B) Net income for 2017 has decreased by 14% over that for 2015.
• C) Net income for 2017 has decreased by 114% over that for 2015.
• D) Net income for 2017 has increased by 14% over that for 2015.

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