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IIA-CIA-PART2 · Question #362

Which of the following represents a ratio that measures short term debt-paying ability?

The correct answer is C. Current ratio. The current ratio is a financial metric that measures a company's ability to pay short-term obligations with its current assets. It is calculated by dividing current assets by current liabilities. This ratio provides insight into the liquidity and short-term debt-paying ability…

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Question

Which of the following represents a ratio that measures short term debt-paying ability?

Options

  • ADebt-to-equity ratio.
  • BProfit margin.
  • CCurrent ratio.
  • DTimes interest earned.

How the community answered

(22 responses)
  • A
    5% (1)
  • C
    91% (20)
  • D
    5% (1)

Explanation

The current ratio is a financial metric that measures a company's ability to pay short-term obligations with its current assets. It is calculated by dividing current assets by current liabilities. This ratio provides insight into the liquidity and short-term debt-paying ability of a company, making it a key indicator for assessing financial health and stability in the short term.

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#current ratio#liquidity ratios#short-term debt#financial analysis

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