C. Return on capital employed (return on investment) Formula
Example figures Net profit Capital employed
x 100% = % 1
€20,000 x 100 = €50,000
1
Answer 40%
Examination tips
1. Know the formula. 2. Use your calculator. 3. Show your workings. 4. Answer = %
Think IT! Question: Is it important to receive a good return?
Answer: Yes, you would want at least more than if you invested money in the bank. Capital employed is the total in the statement of financial position.
EXAM PREPARATION!
State ‘return on capital employed’. Explain it using an example. Apply it to another unit.
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2. Liquidity Ratios A liquidity ratio measures a business’s ability to pay off its debts as they fall due.
Example €
Current assets Current liabilities Closing stock
Solution
A. Current ratio/working capital ratio Formula
Current assets : Current liabilities Ideal ratio = 2:1
Think IT! Question: What might a company do if they have liquidity problems?
Answer: The company should aim to maintain the ideal liquidity ratio of 2:1. This means the business’s current assets are twice their current liabilities.
EXAM PREPARATION!
State ‘working capital ratio’. Explain it using an example. Apply it to another unit.
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305 Example
€50,000 : €25,000 2:1
Examination tips
1. Write the formula. 2. Use your calculator. 3. Show your workings. 4. Answer = 2: 1