Explain the gross profit variations

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Treat each part of this question independently from all other parts.

a) Percentage summary income statements for the business of Allman Brothers for the years 2013 and 2014 are as follows:

 

2013

2014

sales

100%

100%

Less Cost of Goods Sold

45%

65%

Gross Profit

55%

35%

Give reasons that may explain the gross profit variations as disclosed by the above percentage analysis.( Max. words 300)

b) The following ratio calculations were made for the Allman Brothers for 2013 and 2014:

 

2013

2014

Current Ratio

3.0:1

3.0:1

Liquid Ratio

1.2:1

0.8:1

Give reasoned opinion on the composition of the current and liquid assets and the short term liquidity situation as disclosed by the above ratios. (Note: the firm does not have a bank overdraft) ( Max. words 300)

c) The sale for the MTV company during 2014 totalled $307,500 of which $62,750 represented cash sales

Accounts receivable at the end of the year amounted to $67,751. Assuming a 250 day trading year and an industry average accounts receivable collection period of 30 days, comment on the firm's credit management policy. (Support your answers with appropriate calculations)( Max. words 300)

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The paper is in relation to the analysis of the various aspects of the companies arising because of the changes in the ratios of Gross Profit, Current Ratio and Liquid Ratio. There have been also discussion on the calculation of the effectiveness of the credit management policy of the company.

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