Exhibit 18

question 27

Multiple Choice

Exhibit 18.4.The following ratio-to-moving averages for the seasonally adjusted series were found by the decomposition method applied on a time series representing quarterly sales for the last four years: Refer to Exhibit 18.4.By how many percent the sales in Quarter 4 exceed the average quarterly sales?

• A)34.20%
• B)38.41%
• C)33.00%
• D)35.71%

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Definitions:

Ending Inventory

Ending Inventory is the total value of all unsold goods that a company has in its possession at the end of an accounting period.

Beginning Inventory

The value of inventory on hand at the start of an accounting period, before any purchases or production have occurred.

Sales

The total amount of a company's revenue generated from goods or services provided to customers.

Unearned Rent Revenue

Income received by a landlord for rent that has yet to be earned, typically relating to payment received in advance for future rental periods.