To compute trend percentages the analyst should:
A)Select a base period,divide analysis period amount by the base period amount and multiply that amount by 100.
B)Subtract the analysis period number from the base period number.
C)Subtract the base period amount from the analysis period amount,divide the result by the analysis period amount,then multiply that amount by 100.
D)Compare amounts across industries using Dun and Bradstreet.
E)Compare amounts to a competitor.

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To compute trend percentages, the analyst should select a base period and divide the analysis period amount by the base period amount. The result should then be multiplied by 100 to get the percentage change. This method allows for an accurate comparison of trends over time.

To Compute Trend Percentages the Analyst Should