NO.PZ2019120301000055
问题如下:
Question
The following data is available on two companies that operate in the same industry:
选项:
A.Company Y at the gross margin level and Company X at the operating margin level. B.Company Y at both the gross margin and operating margin levels. C.Company X at the gross margin level and Company Y at the operating margin level.解释:
Solution
C is correct. Common size statements offer a convenient way to compare companies of different magnitudes. Company X reports better (higher) gross margin performance. Company Y reports better (higher) operating margin performance.
A is incorrect. On a common-size basis, Company Y has a lower gross margin, as discussed above. Company X has a lower operating margin as calculated above.
B is incorrect. On a common-size basis, Company Y has a lower gross margin.
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