Managerial Accounting
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ISBN: 9781337912020
Author: Carl Warren, Ph.d. Cma William B. Tayler
Publisher: South-Western College Pub
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Chapter 7, Problem 1MAD
a and b.
To determine
Prepare a vertical analysis of the segment revenues to total revenues, and identify the segment which contributes most to the total revenues.
c.
To determine
Calculate (1) EBITDA and (2) EBITDA as a percent of revenue for each segment.
d.
To determine
Evaluate segment EBITDA as a percent of revenue.
e.
To determine
Give suggestion for the management to increase the perforemance which provide lowest EBITDA.
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Managerial Accounting
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