๐Ÿ’ฐ CPA Exam Prep

The current ratio measures:

A Profitability
B Short-term liquidity (Current Assets / Current Liabilities)
C Revenue growth
D Long-term solvency

โœ“ Correct Answer: Option B

Current ratio = Current Assets / Current Liabilities. A ratio > 1 suggests the company can cover short-term obligations.

๐Ÿ’ก Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "The current ratio measures:" is Option B: Short-term liquidity (Current Assets / Current Liabilities).

The other options โ€” A) Profitability, C) Revenue growth, D) Long-term solvency โ€” are incorrect for this CPA Exam Prep question. As explained above: Current ratio = Current Assets / Current Liabilities. A ratio > 1 suggests the company can cover short-term obligations.

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