Which of the Following Ratios Would Be Considered Useful in Assessing

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following ratios would be considered useful in assessing operating profitability?

• A) Debt/Equity ratio
• B) Acid test ratio
• C) Gross profit margin
• D) Return on equity

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