Accounts Analysis
Overview
Numbers alone mean very little. A business reporting a profit of 50 000 might sound healthy, but is it strong enough to cover its debts? Is it better or worse than last year? Financial analysis turns raw figures from income statements and statements of financial position into ratios that reveal the real story behind the numbers.
In this lesson you will learn how to calculate and interpret the key profitability and liquidity ratios that Edexcel expects at IGCSE level. You will practise comparing ratios across time periods and between rival businesses, and explore the actions a business can take when those ratios point to trouble.
Objectives
- Calculate and analyse accounting ratios: gross profit margin, operating profit margin, markup, return on capital employed (ROCE), current ratio, acid test ratio
- Understand the concept and importance of liquidity and make comparisons with previous years and/or other business organisations
- Understand the use of financial documents to assess the performance of the business and inform decision making
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Use this evaluation section as an opportunity to reinforce your understanding of the topic and to identify any areas where you may need additional study. Don't be discouraged by any challenges you encounter; instead, view them as opportunities for growth and improvement.
- Which of the following is the correct formula for gross profit margin? A) (Revenue / Gross profit) x 100 B) (Gross profit / Revenue) x 100 C) (Net profit / Revenue) x 100 D) (Revenue / Net profit) x 100 Answer: B
- A business has current assets of 50 000 and current liabilities of 25 000. What is the current ratio? A) 0.5:1 B) 1:1 C) 2:1 D) 25 000:1 Answer: C
- The acid test ratio differs from the current ratio because it: A) Includes long-term liabilities B) Excludes inventory from current assets C) Uses gross profit instead of revenue D) Measures profitability rather than liquidity Answer: B
- A company has a ROCE of 4% while the bank savings rate is 5%. This suggests that: A) The company is very profitable B) The owner could earn more by putting the money in a bank C) The company has excellent liquidity D) The company should borrow more money Answer: B
- Which action would most likely improve a business's liquidity? A) Buying new machinery B) Increasing advertising spend C) Chasing customers to pay invoices sooner D) Hiring additional staff Answer: C
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