We are evaluating whether or not to invest in a company. Indicate whether each of the following separate trends would make us more or less likely to invest.

a. Return on equity is increasing, from 19% to 24%.

b. Days’ sales in inventory is increasing, from 22 days to 38 days.

c. Profit margin is decreasing, from 25% to 19%.

d. Return on total assets is increasing, from 12% to 16%.