Prepare a horizontal analysis of the balance sheet


The comparative balance sheets of Ramsey Egyptian Buffet are presented below.

RAMSEY EGYPTIAN BUFFET

Comparative Balance Sheets

December 31

 

2009

2008

Assets

   

Current assets

76,000

80,000

Property, plant, and equipment (net)

99,000

90,000

Intangibles

$25,000

$40,000

Total assets

$200,000

$210,000

Liabilities and stockholders' equity

Current liabilities

$40,800

$48,000

Long-term liabilities

143,000

150,000

Stockholders' equity

16,200

12,000

Total liabilities and stockholders' equity

$200,000

$210,000

Instructions

(a) Prepare a horizontal analysis of the balance sheet data for Ramsey using 2008 as a base.

(b) Prepare a vertical analysis of the balance sheet data for Ramsey in columnar form for 2009.

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