When comparing the financial statements of one firm with those of another firm, a problem that may be encountered is that either one, or both, of the firms may be conglomerates and thus have unrelated lines of business.

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Comparing financial statements of conglomerates can be challenging because their diverse business units may operate in different industries, making direct comparisons less meaningful due to the varied nature of their operations and revenue streams.

When Comparing the Financial Statements of One Firm with Those