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Chapter 9, Problem 9.2APFA
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To determine
To Calculate: The debt to equity ratio for the past two years. Did the ratio improve or weaken in the more recent year.
2.
To determine
To Calculate: The return on assets for the most recent year. Does the return on assets exceed the cost of borrowing?
3.
To determine
To Review: The balance sheet and note 9 to the financial statements based on this information how you would rate the bankruptcy risk of AE.
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