Loose Leaf for Financial Accounting: Information for Decisions
Loose Leaf for Financial Accounting: Information for Decisions
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ISBN: 9781260158762
Author: John J Wild
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 13, Problem 7E
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The current ratio is one of the ratios used in financial statement analysis. The current ratio is used to evaluate the solvency of the company. It is calculated by dividing the total current assets by the total current liabilities. 

Acid test ratio indicates the liquidity of the funds. Hence, a decrease in this ratio is unfavorable. It is calculated by dividing the quick assets by current liabilities.

To indicate: the current ratios and acid test ratios for the years and comment on the results.

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