Common-Size Statements

question 278

Multiple Choice

Common-size statements

• A)Reveal changes in the relative importance of each financial statement item
• B)Do not emphasize the relative importance of each item
• C)Compare financial statements over time
• D)Show the dollar amount of change for financial statement items
• E)Reveal changes in the relative importance of each financial statement item and show the dollar amount of change for financial statement items

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