Question

Builder's Outlet just hired a new chief financial officer. To get a feel for the company, she wants to compare the firm's sales and costs over the past three years to determine if any trends are present and also determine where the firm might need to make changes. Which one of the following statements will best suit her purposes?A. Income statement
B. Balance Sheet
C. Common- size income statement
D. Common-size balance sheet
E. Statement of cash flows

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is letter "C": Common- size income statement.

Explanation:

A Common Size Income Statement is expressed as a percentage of net sales for each company's account. Common Size Income Statements are simple tools that a business owner or a high-rank executive can use to compare the company's finances over different periods, with competitors or industry averages.