A new client has come to you looking for assistance in determining which of the tow businesses she

should consider buying.

Michelle Obama is looking to invest in a local small business. For the past few months she has kept her

ear to the ground for any new companies seeking financing and through this process she has narrowed

her decision to two companies. Mrs. Obama has the financial statements and selected financial

information of each of these companies (see below) and is looking for professional comments. She

wants you to help interpret the statements.