DIRECTIONS for Questions: Answer the questions on the basis of the information given below.
An industry comprises four firms (A, B, C, and D). Financial details of these firms and of the industry as a whole for a particular year are given below. Profitability of a firm is defined as profit as a percentage of sales.
Figures in Rs. |
A |
B |
C |
D |
Total |
Sales |
24568 |
25468 |
23752 |
15782 |
89570 |
Operating costs |
17198 |
19101 |
16151 |
10258 |
62708 |
Interest costs |
2457 |
2292 |
2850 |
1578 |
9177 |
Profit |
4914 |
4075 |
4750 |
3946 |
17684 |
Which firm has the highest profitability?