Question $15(2\mathrm{.}5$ points$)$ A firm wants to strengthen its financial position. Which of the following actions would increase its quick ratio? Question $15$ options: a$)$ Issue new common stock and use the proceeds to acquire additional fixed assets. b$)$ Speed up the collection of receivables and use the cash generated to increase inventories. c$)$ Use some of its cash to purchase additional inventories. d$)$ Issue new common stock and use the proceeds to increase inventories. e$)$ Offer price reductions along with generous credit terms that would $($l$)$ enable the firm to sell some of its excess inventory and $(2)$ lead to an increase in accounts receivable. Lo $3-4$