Here are comparative statement data for Spencer Ltd and Forrester Ltd, two competitors. All data relating to
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Here are comparative statement data for Spencer Ltd and Forrester Ltd, two competitors. All data relating to the statement of financial position are as at 30 June, the end of the reporting period for both entities.
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(a) Prepare a vertical analysis of the 2016 statement of profit or loss data for both entities.
(b) Comment on the relative profitability of the entities by calculating the return on assets and the return on ordinary shareholders’ equity for both entities.
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Financial Accounting Reporting Analysis And Decision Making
ISBN: 9780730313748
5th Edition
Authors: Shirley Carlon, Rosina Mladenovic Mcalpine, Chrisann Palm, Lorena Mitrione, Ngaire Kirk, Lily Wong
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