Accounting Principles, Volume 2: Chapters 13 - 26
Accounting Principles, Volume 2: Chapters 13 - 26
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ISBN: 9781118978764
Author: Jerry J. Weygandt, Donald E. Kieso, Paul D. Kimmel
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 18, Problem 16Q
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Ratio Analysis: Ratio analysis is a technique used to analyze the financial statements of the firm which can be used to frame policies and plans. Ratio analysis shows the relationship between the two items of financial statements. It can be used for comparison.

To explain: The two ratios of greatest interest to (a) a pension fund considering the purchase of 20-year bonds, (b) a bank contemplating a short-term loan, and (c) a common stockholder.

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