During the current year, Green Bay Company earned a grossprofit of $350,000, whereas New England Company earneda gross profit of only $280,000. Both companies had netsales of $900,000. Does this mean that Green Bay is moreprofitable than New England? Explain.

During the current year, Green Bay Company earned a grossprofit of $350,000, whereas New England Company earneda gross profit of only $280,000. Both companies had netsales of $900,000. Does this mean that Green Bay is moreprofitable than New England? Explain.

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

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