ESSENTIALS CORPORATE FINANCE + CNCT A.
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Author: Ross
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Chapter 3, Problem 3CTCR
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To discuss: The current ratio of the firm is equal to 0.50, 1.50, and 15.0
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The short-term solvency ratios are also termed as liquidity ratios. The liquidity ratio focuses on the ability of the firm to pay back short-term debt obligations. The current ratio comes under the liquidity ratios.
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