WAEC Financial Accounting 2000 Question 12

Question 12

Interpretation of Accounts

The ratio which measures the solvency of a firm is the

  1. A.quick ratio
  2. B.gross profit over sales ratio
  3. C.stock turnover ratio
  4. D.debtors turnover ratio.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (quick ratio)

Explanation

The quick (acid-test) ratio shows whether the firm can pay its short-term debts.