Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Accountancy

Chapter

Accounting Ratios

Question:

Gross profit ratio relate the gross profit with..........

Options:

Net Cash Sales

Closing Stock

Net Credit Sales

Net Total Sales

Correct Answer:

Net Total Sales

Explanation:

Gross profit ratio as a percentage of revenue from operations is computed to have an idea about gross margin. It is computed as follows:
Gross Profit Ratio = Gross Profit/Net Revenue of Operations × 100.
 It indicates gross margin on products sold. It also indicates the margin available to cover operating expenses, non-operating expenses, etc. Change in gross profit ratio may be due to change in selling price or cost of revenue from operations or a combination of both. A low ratio may indicate unfavourable purchase and sales policy. Higher gross profit ratio is always a good sign.