With Ratio Analysis,when an Item on the Statement of Cash

question 15

Multiple Choice

With ratio analysis,when an item on the statement of cash flows is compared to a balance sheet item:

• A) the balance sheet item should first be calculated as an average amount for the year.
• B) the ending balance of the balance sheet item should be used.
• C) the beginning balance of the balance sheet item should be used.
• D) a meaningful comparison of items between these statements cannot be made.

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