1. Explain why companies invest. Analyze the difference between debt and equity security.

-Explain the difference between the cost principle and fair market value.

-Calculate the rate of return on total assets for Target corporation for the most recent year. How do companies use the rate of return on total assets to evaluate business performance?

-From the information gathered, do you consider this an optimal analysis for determining whether to invest in Target corporation? Why or why not? The conclusion should be built on the information you provided.

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