In this we studied 14 ratios that are commonly used to interpret financial data. Although it may seem like a lot of ratios, the text has just scratched the surface. Without too much additional work, one could probably compile a list of 50 financial ratios. Yet studies have shown that about 90 percent of the information contained in financial statements can be uncovered using about ten carefully selected ratios.

For this discussion's initial post please discuss which ten of the ratios you think these should be? Provide support for your reasoning. As part of your initial post or as part of second and third posts please comment on what ratios are or would be the most helpful or have the most impact on your work in your area of healthcare, or your organization overall? Make sure to give why you believe this to be the ca