Which formula determines the Return on Equity (ROE)? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which formula determines the Return on Equity (ROE)?
A. Gross Profit / Sales
B. Net Profit available to Equity Shareholders / Equity Shareholder's Funds
C. Net Profit / Total Assets
D. Operating Profit / Capital Employed
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
ROE measures the profitability of equity funds, showing how much profit a company generates with the money shareholders have invested.

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