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Chapter 21, Problem 26DQP
a.
To determine
To calculate the gross margin and inventory turnover ratio.
b.
To determine
The causes leading to changes in ratios.
c.
To determine
To identify the possibility of material misstatements in calculated ratios..
d.
To determine
To identify the causes of potential misstatements.
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