Use Dollar Tree and Dollar General as a framework rather than a template. Financial statements generally have similar disclosure formats but are rarely the same. Unlike the text and Capital IQ, use year-end data for ratio calculations as in the recordings and a 25% tax rate. Less chance of error and one more data point. We will use year-end calculations and a 25% tax rate all semester. Organize and present your operating performance analysis in a 4-8 page memo with embedded exhibits that add clarity to your analysis. Formatting is important. No calculations in the memo. Submit well formatted EXCEL support workbook to show your calculations