Repeat Problem $2$ using the data below for Kroger Co $($NYSE: KR$).$ However, this time you should create a copy of your worksheet to use as a template. Replace the data for Electronic Arts with that of Kroger

Fiscal

year: $2016,2015,2014,2013,2012$

Total Revenue: $109,830,108,465,98,375,96,619,90,269$

Net Income: $2,039,1,728,1,519,1,497,602$

$($a$)$ Which company's sales were growing faster over this period? Which one had the faster net income growth?

$($b$)$ Which company was more profitable in $2016?$ Which was more profitable if you take a longer view? Would the volatility of the net profit margin affect your desire to invest in one company or the other?