Which of the Following Would Result in Lower Return on Assets

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would result in lower return on assets for Katz if all other entries in their selected financial data were held constant?

• A)A reduction in earnings before interest and taxes
• B)An increase in asset turnover
• C)A reduction in total assets
• D)An increase in profit margin

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