Calculate current ratio and operating profit margin ratios

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RareMetals Inc. sells a rare metal found only in underdeveloped countries overseas. As a result of unstable governments in these countries and the rarity of the metal, the price fluctuates significantly. Financial information is given assuming the use of the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method of inventory valuation and also the last-in, first-out (LIFO) method of inventory valuation. Current assets other than inventory total $1,230 and cur- rent liabilities total $1,600. The ending inventory balances are $1,350 for FIFO and $525 for LIFO.

RareMetals Inc. Income Statements (in Thousands)

	FIFO	LIFO
Net sales	$3,000	$3,000
Cost of goods sold	1,400	2,225
Gross profit	1,600	775
Selling, general, and administrative	600	600
Operating profit	1,000	175
Interest expense	80	80
Earnings before taxes	920	95
Provision for income taxes	322	33
Net earnings	$ 598	$ 62

Required

(a) Calculate the following ratios assuming RareMetals Inc. uses the FIFO method of inventory valuation: gross profit margin, operating profit margin, net profit margin, current ratio, and quick ratio.

(b) Calculate the ratios listed in (a) assuming RareMetals Inc. uses the LIFO method of inventory valuation.

(d) Will cash flow from operating activities differ depending on the inventory valuation method used? If so, estimate the difference and explain your answer.

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