Question: Compare and contrast the two common-size balance sheets below. Firm A may belong to an auto manufacturer, and Firm B may belong to a computer

Compare and contrast the two common-size balance sheets below. Firm A may belong to an auto manufacturer, and Firm B may belong to a computer manufacturer. Is this statement true or false?

Common Size Balance Sheets
Assets Firm A Firm B
Cash 10.60% 26.70%
Accounts receivable 0.90% 18.80%
Inventory 2.90% 1.70%
Other current assets 5.00% 7.90%
Total current assets 19.40% 55.10%
Net plant and equipment 13.30% 7.90%
Other long-term assets 67.30% 37.10%
Total assets 100.00% 100.00%
Liabilities
Accounts payable 6.50% 37.90%
Notes payable 0.60% 0.00%
Other current liabilities 19.00% 18.50%
Total current liabilities 26.00% 56.40%
Long-term debt 56.30% 2.60%
Other liabilities 13.90% 8.40%
Total liabilities 96.30% 67.50%
Common equity 1.00% 0.80%
Retained earnings 2.70% 31.70%
Total stockholders equity 3.70% 32.50%
Total liabilities and equity 100.00% 100.00%

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