W3 Ratio Analysis.docx Ratio Analysis ACC 561 This paper will explain why one would w

W3 Ratio Analysis.docx    Ratio Analysis  ACC 561  This paper will explain why one would want financial statements to be audited when determining whether or not to issue a loan. It will also discuss the implications of the ratios provided for lending decisions. The paper will evaluate trends in the performance of P. Jason Corporation and identify whether each performance measure is favorable or unfavorable. The paper will list three additional ratios one would want to calculate for P. Jason Corporation when making a loan determination. The paper will also describe additional information that one would want to obtain in order to get a better understanding of the Corporation's financial picture. Finally, the paper will make a determination on whether or not the loan for P. Jason Corporation should be approved.  As a loan officer for a bank, it would be imperative to have financial statements audited for accuracy. While it would be great for everyone to just believe one another, when it comes to giving a company a great deal of money, it is important to confirm the accuracy and legitimacy of any financial documents. This would even be more important based on the fact that Paul Jason, president of P. Jason Corporation, was very pushy and only provided two years of financial ratios.   Based on the ratios provided for P. Jason Corporation, it would appear that the company is improving from one year to the next. The fact that the ratios show improvement would paint a favorable picture of their financial