In each case, choose the firm that you expect to have the higher asset turnover ratio. To guide your answer, think about the likely nature of each firm's business model. For example, would the firm require a lot or a little capital? Would it strive for high sales or high profit margins? A firm uses $1 million in cash to purchase inventories.

 a. Will its current ratio rise or fall?

 b. Will its quick ratio rise or fall?