(a) To determine: To determine the reason for higher net cash flow from operating activities to lower net income in current year as compared to previous year.
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Solvency ratio: It is defined as the measurement of company financial position with respect to meet its short-term and long-term liabilities.
Profitability ratio: It is a ratio by which one can measure the profit making ability of a company. It is simply the capacity to make profit after deducting all costs and expenses. The stronger company is considered if the ratio is high. Some of the most common profitability ratios are Operating margin ratio, Gross margin ratio, Return on assets, equity or capital ratios.
To determine the company’s liquidity, solvency, and profitability for the current year using cash flow-based ratios.
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