Which of the following statements is most correct?(a) A decline in the inventory turnover ratio suggests that the firm's liquidity position is improving.{b) The profit margin on sales is calculated by dividing net operating income by sales(c) When a corporation buys back its own stock, this is called Treasury Stock. The firm's cash and equity are both reduced.(d) None of the above.

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