Table of contents

1. Introduction to Accounting1h 21m
2. Transaction Analysis1h 13m
3. Accrual Accounting Concepts2h 38m
4. Merchandising Operations2h 30m
5. Inventory1h 55m
6. Internal Controls and Reporting Cash1h 16m
7. Receivables and Investments3h 8m
8. Long Lived Assets5h 1m
9. Current Liabilities2h 19m
10. Time Value of Money1h 23m
- Time Value of Money Equations
  35m
- Using Time Value of Money Tables
  47m
11. Long Term Liabilities2h 45m
12. Stockholders' Equity2h 15m
13. Statement of Cash Flows2h 24m
14. Financial Statement Analysis5h 25m
15. GAAP vs IFRS56m

14. Financial Statement Analysis

Introduction to Ratios

Financial Accounting

14. Financial Statement Analysis

Introduction to Ratios

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How would you best characterize financial ratios in the context of financial accounting?

They are quantitative tools used to evaluate a company's financial performance and position.

They are qualitative assessments of management's effectiveness.

They are only used for tax reporting purposes.

They are legal requirements for all publicly traded companies.

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Understand the concept of financial ratios: Financial ratios are quantitative tools that help analyze a company's financial performance and position by comparing various financial metrics from its financial statements.

Recognize the primary purpose of financial ratios: They are used to evaluate aspects such as profitability, liquidity, efficiency, and solvency, providing insights into the company's operational and financial health.

Clarify the scope of financial ratios: Financial ratios are not qualitative assessments of management's effectiveness; they are numerical and data-driven tools derived from financial statements.

Identify the limitations of financial ratios: Financial ratios are not exclusively used for tax reporting purposes; they are widely used by investors, creditors, and analysts for decision-making and performance evaluation.

Note the legal context: Financial ratios are not legal requirements for publicly traded companies, but they are commonly used in financial analysis and reporting to provide transparency and facilitate comparisons.