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The preparation of comparative financial statements involves comparing the profit and loss statement and balance sheet for different periods. This technique helps in understanding the changes in financial performance and position over time. The statements are prepared by providing columns for the current year and the previous year, allowing for the comparison of figures and the calculation of absolute and percentage changes. The comparative analysis helps in identifying trends and variations in a firm’s financial performance
What does comparative analysis of financial statements allow firms to identify?