Although the average reader spends more than 4,000 pounds on books in their lifetime, 55 percent

say they buy them for decoration and have no ________ of reading them. [ ]

A. advantage        

B. attempt        

C. evidence        

D. intention

All else being equal, which of the following most likely increase credit quality A company decreases its:（）

A. margin stability.

B. retained cash flow.

C. dividend payout ratio.