(a)[5]
Draw up the equity and liabilities part of the statement of financial position as at 31 December 2018.
(b(i))[2]
Calculate, to two decimal places, the dividend cover for the year ended 31 December 2018.
(b(ii))[2]
Calculate, to two decimal places, the gearing ratio for the year ended 31 December 2018.
(b(iii))[3]
Calculate, to two decimal places, the price earnings ratio for the year ended 31 December 2018.
(c)[8]
Analyse how J plc performed financially.
(d)[5]
Advise the directors on whether they ought to pay the extra cash dividend. Support your answer by weighing up the other options open to the directors.