Accounting 0452 · IGCSE · Interpretation of accounting ratios

Interpretation of accounting ratios — practice question

Raj is a trader who both buys and sells on credit. The information below has been given. Inventory on 1 January 2024 $5500 For the year ended 31 December 2024: Revenue $112000 Purchases $68200 Expenses $21500 On 31 December 2024: Inventory $5700 Trade receivables $16000 Trade payables $5100 Bank overdraft $6890 Capital $285000
(a)[11]

Fill in the table below.

(b)[4]

Explain how Raj’s lower profit margin may be linked to trade receivables taking longer to settle.

(c)[5]

Advise Raj on whether he should add more capital to the business. Support your answer with points both for and against.

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