Express the comparative income statements that follow as common-size statements, and comment on the changes from \(20 \times 1\) to \(20 \times 2\). (Round calculations to one decimal place.)

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Lindquist Company Comparative Income Statements For the Years Ended December 31, 20x2 and 20x1 20x2 20x1 Net Sales 424,000 368,000 Cost of Goods Sold 254,400 239,200 Gross Profit 169,600 128,800 Selling Expenses 106,000 73,600 General Expenses 50,880 36,800 Total Operating Expenses 156,880 110,400 Net Operating Profit 12,720 18,400