The Principal Reason for Preparing Common Size Statements Is

question 23

Multiple Choice

The principal reason for preparing common size statements is

• A) to make meaningful comparisons between firms that are not the same size.
• B) to make meaningful comparisons between different quarters within the fiscal year.
• C) to eliminate the effects of inflation.
• D) to make meaningful comparisons between firms in different industries.

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The ability to reason and tackle new problems using logic, without relying on previously learned information.

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