The Trend Analysis Report of Marshall,Inc Which of the Following Is a Correct Conclusion from the \begin{array}

question 69

Multiple Choice

The trend analysis report of Marshall,Inc.is given below (in millions) : $$\begin{array} { | l | r | r | r | r | r |} \hline & 2018 & 2017 & 2016 & 2015 & 2014 \\\hline \text { Net income } & \$ 680 & \$ 607 & \$ 457 & \$ 405 & \$ 399 \\\hline \text { Trend percentages } & 170 \% & 152 \% & 115 \% & 102 \% & 100 \% \\\hline\end{array}$$ Which of the following is a correct conclusion from the above analysis?

• A)Net income for 2016 has increased by 115% over that for 2014.
• B)Net income for 2016 has decreased by 15% over that for 2014.
• C)Net income for 2016 has decreased by 115% over that for 2014.
• D)Net income for 2016 has increased by 15% over that for 2014.

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Definitions:

Stock Dividend

A dividend payment made to shareholders in the form of additional company shares rather than cash.

Retained Earnings

Profits that a company has earned to date, less any dividends or other distributions paid to shareholders, often reinvested in the business.

Restricted

Restricted typically refers to assets or securities that are not freely tradable or accessible due to regulations or specific conditions.

Cash Dividends

Payments made by a corporation to its shareholder members, distributing a portion of the company's earnings in cash.