Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Agribusiness Practice Test

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What does comparative statement analysis NOT inform managers about?

What is wrong with the financial health of their business
Comparative growth trends over time
Overall profitability of the business
Financial ratios relative to industry standards

The correct answer is: What is wrong with the financial health of their business

Comparative statement analysis is primarily used to evaluate a company’s financial performance over time or in relation to other businesses within the same industry. It typically compares financial statements such as income statements and balance sheets to identify trends, measure profitability, and assess financial ratios against industry standards. The correct answer highlights that comparative statement analysis does not specifically pinpoint what is wrong with a business's financial health. While this type of analysis can reveal trends, profitability, and comparisons to industry norms, it does not delve into the underlying causes of financial issues. Instead, it focuses on presenting data in a way that reveals performance metrics and growth trends, leaving the interpretation of what those figures mean in the context of a company’s health to the manager or analyst. Understanding specific problems requires further analysis beyond the superficial comparisons offered in comparative statement analysis.