Task: Gross Margin Comparison
Which of the following companies performed better during the period based on gross margin alone?
Com. A Com. B
Beginning total assets $ 183,000 $ 92,000
Ending total assets 192,000 95,000
Cost of goods sold 1,360,000 420,000
Revenue 1,840,000 870,000
Problem: Return on Investment Comparison
Refer to the data in above. Based on DuPont's return on investment (ROI) formula, which company performed better during the period?