Which of the following statements is true? a.The tangible capital asset turnover ratio assists managers in determining the estimated future capital expenditures that are needed. b.The average age of the tangible capital assets is computed by dividing accumulated depreciation by depreciation expense. c.If net sales increases, the tangible capital asset turnover ratio will decrease. d.A relatively low tangible capital asset turnover ratio signals that a company is efficiently using its assets.

Which of the following statements is true? a.The tangible capital asset turnover ratio assists managers in determining the estimated future capital expenditures that are needed. b.The average age of the tangible capital assets is computed by dividing accumulated depreciation by depreciation expense. c.If net sales increases, the tangible capital asset turnover ratio will decrease. d.A relatively low tangible capital asset turnover ratio signals that a company is efficiently using its assets.

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Chapter7: Operating Assets

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Problem 12MCQ: Which of the following statements is true? a. The fixed asset turnover ratio assists managers in...

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