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If the average cost of transporting a passenger on the train from Chicago to St. Louis is $75, it would be irrational for the railroad to allow any passenger to ride for less than $75.


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Horizontal Analysis

A financial statement analysis method that compares line items in a statement to those of previous periods to determine changes over time.

Financial Statements

Formal records of the financial activities of a business, person, or other entity, providing an overview of financial performance and position.

Vertical Analysis

A financial statement analysis method where each entry for each of the three major categories (assets, liabilities, and equity) is represented as a proportion of the total.

Common Size Analysis

A financial analysis technique that converts each line of financial statement data to a percentage of a base amount.

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