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State whether following statement is true or false :Analysis of financial statement is a tool but not a remedy. - Book Keeping and Accountancy

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State whether following statement is true or false :
Analysis of financial statement is a tool but not a remedy.

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  • True

  • False

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True or False
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Solution

True

Explanation:
 Financial statements record financial transactions. However, the process of reviewing and drawing conclusions by evaluating Balance sheet and Profit and Loss Account is done through the analysis of financial statements. It is not a remedy; rather, it is a tool to evaluate results of business and helps in decision-making activity of the management. Analysis of financial statement gives the management an insight into the business and helps them in taking rational decisions.

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Chapter 9: Analysis of Financial Statements - Exercise 9.1 (Objective Questions) [Page 376]

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Balbharati Book-Keeping and Accountancy [English] Standard 12 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 9 Analysis of Financial Statements
Exercise 9.1 (Objective Questions) | Q C. 2. | Page 376
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Chapter 12 Analysis of Financial Statements
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