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What is the 'Acid-Test Ratio'. The acid-test ratio is a strong indicator of whether a firm has sufficient short-term assets to cover its immediate liabilities. Commonly known as the quick ratio, this metric is more robust than the current ratio, also known as the working capital ratio, since it ignores illiquid assets such as inventory. Calculated by:
Liquidity ratios measure a companyâs ability to pay short-term obligations of one year or less (i.e., how quickly assets can be turned into cash). A high liquidity ratio indicates that a business is holding too much cash that could be utilized in other areas. A low liquidity ratio means a firm may struggle to pay short-term obligations. One such ratio is known as the current ratio, which is equal to: Current Assets Ã· Current Liabilities. This ratio reveals whether the firm can cover its short-term debts; it is an indication of a firmâs market liquidity and ability to meet creditorâs demands. Acceptable current ratios vary from industry to industry. For a healthy business, a current ratio will generally fall between 1.5 and 3.