Which of the following ratios would be most helpful in assessing the operating position of a governmental entity?
A) Net tax-supported long-term debt/population.
B) Own source revenues/total revenues.
C) Debt service expenditures/total expenditures.
D) General fund balance/operating revenues.

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The general fund balance/operating revenues ratio is most helpful in assessing the operating position of a governmental entity as it indicates the financial health and sustainability of its operations by showing how much of its operating revenues are backed by available reserves.

Which of the Following Ratios Would Be Most Helpful in Assessing