The price/earnings ratios of four companies from different industries are: Company ........ P/E Ratio Amazon.com ...... 2,763
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Company ........ P/E Ratio
Amazon.com ...... 2,763
Microsoft ........ 16
Toyota Motors ...... 13
Whole Foods Market .... 41
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What factors might explain the difference in the P/E ratios of these companies?
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