One test of a company's liquidity is the
A)debt ratio
B)acid-test ratio
C)return on stockholders' equity
D)price-earnings ratio

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The acid-test ratio, also known as the quick ratio, measures a company's ability to pay its short-term liabilities with its most liquid assets. It excludes inventory from the calculation because it is not always easily convertible into cash. A higher acid-test ratio indicates a company has a more liquid position, which is desirable for meeting short-term obligations.

One Test of a Company's Liquidity Is the