FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
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Chapter 1, Problem 48CP
a.
To determine
Compute the return on equity ratio for company J and company S for the year 2017 and indicate the company that earned a higher return for its shareholders.
b.
To determine
Compute the debt-to-equity ratio for company J and company S as of December 31, 2017 and indicate the company that relies more on creditor financing.
c.
To determine
Compute the net income as a percentage of revenue in 2017 for both companies.
d.
To determine
Compare the ratios of both competitors and indicate the cause for the differences in the ratios.
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