Presented below is the consolidated balance sheet for Tala Inc. at December 31, 2018:

(In thousands)
Current assets
Cash	$ 12,300
Accounts receivable	13,750
Inventory	10,700
Marketable securities	12,950
Total current assets	49,700
Equipment, net	79,500
Total assets	$129,200
Current liabilities
Accounts payable	$ 10,500
Income taxes payable	5,000
Current portion of long-term debt	6,500
Total current liabilities	22,000
Long-term obligations	37,700
Common stock	27,500
Retained earnings	42,000
Total liabilities & shareholders' equity	$129,200

How does Tala's current ratio compare to the industry average of 1.8?

Group of answer choices

a. Tala's current ratio is significantly lower than the benchmark.

b. Tala is significantly more liquid than other companies in the same industry.

c. Tala will likely have a more difficult time servicing its current liabilities as compared to its competition.

d. Tala's current ratio implies it is riskier than other companies in the same industry.