Which of the Following Statements Is Generally Incorrect from an Investor's

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is generally incorrect from an investor's perspective?

• A) A 1:1 current ratio is generally preferred over a 1.5:1 current ratio.
• B) A 20-day average collection period for accounts receivable is generally preferred over a 30-day average collection period.
• C) A 5% dividend yield is generally preferred over a 3% dividend yield.
• D) A 10% net margin is generally preferred over an 8% net margin.

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Definitions:

Pneumothorax

The medical condition where air leaks into the space between the lung and chest wall, causing the lung to collapse.

Atelectasis

A condition characterized by the partial or complete collapse of a lung or a section (lobe) of a lung.

Pulmonary Edema

A condition characterized by an accumulation of fluid in the lungs' air sacs, leading to difficulty breathing.

Bronchial Tree

The system of airways in the lungs that allows for the passage of air from the trachea down to the smaller bronchioles and alveoli for gas exchange.