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Income Statement

The income statement shows the performance of a company over a period. The format is revenue minus expenses. If revenues are higher, the company has earned a net profit or net income. If the expenses...

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Liquidity Ratios

Liquidity ratios show the ability of a company to pay its short-term debts. The liquidity ratios include the current ratio, quick ratio, and cash ratio. Liquidity ratios compare current assets...

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Expense

Expense is a cost to operate a business to produce revenue. In accounting, an expense occurs when an asset is used. This could include a cash outflow or consuming an asset. What is an...