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Chapter 13, Problem 4ME
Interpreting Vertical Analyses
Refer to the calculations from M13-2. Which of the ratios from Exhibit 13.5 have been included in these calculations? Have these two ratios improved or deteriorated in the current year compared to the previous year?
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Required 1. Compute each year’s current ratio. Round ratios to one decimal. 2. Express the income statement data in common-size percents. Round percents to two decimals. 3. Express the balance sheet data in trend percents with 2017 as the base year. Round percents to two decimals. Analysis Component 4. Comment on any significant relations revealed by the ratios and percents computed.
A. Prepare a comparative income statement with horizontal analysis, indicating the increase (decrease) for the current year when compared with the previous year. Round percentages to one decimal place.
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Chapter 13 Solutions
FUND FINCL ACCT (LL) W/CONNECT >IB<
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