Survey of Accounting (Accounting I)
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ISBN: 9781305961883
Author: Carl Warren
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 3, Problem 3.5.4MBA
To determine
Concept Introduction:
Acid test ratio or Quick Ratio:
Acid test ration is also called Quick ratio. This ratio is calculated by dividing the quick assets (Cash, Cash equivalents, Short term investments and current receivables) by total current liabilities for the year. The formula for Acid test ratio is as follows:
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The competitive pressure on the company
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Gearing
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You are working in this company and the Finance Director asked you to write a report to the Board of Directors. Write a brief report to the board of directors of Smart Eletro plc. comparing the ratios for the company with the industry averages. Identify any areas in which you think they could make improvements.
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Survey of Accounting (Accounting I)
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