The ____________ ratios provide the information critical to the long run operation of the firm.

Liquidity Activity Solvency Profitability

Solvency

The persons who have advanced money to the business on long-term basis are interested in safety of their periodic payment of interest as well as the repayment of principal amount at the end of the loan period. Solvency ratios are calculated to determine the ability of the business to service its debt in the long run.