Loose Leaf for Financial Accounting: Information for Decisions
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ISBN: 9781260158762
Author: John J Wild
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 4, Problem 12QS
Summary Introduction
Concept introduction:
Acid test ratio: Acid test ratio is also called Quick ratio. This ratio is calculated by dividing the quick assets (Cash, Cash equivalents, Short term investments and current receivables) by total current liabilities for the year. The formula for the Acid test ratio is as follows:
To indicate: the acid test ratio and its interpretation for the company.
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