Ratios and Performance Metrics

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Why should turnover ratios use average balances when beginning and ending figures are available?

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They better match the period’s activity.

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How do the current ratio and quick ratio differ in what they include?

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Quick excludes inventory and prepaids; current includes them.

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How is the P/E ratio computed?

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Market price per share divided by EPS.

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Why is DuPont useful on the CPA exam?

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It separates profitability, efficiency, and leverage.

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