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Quick Assets

Quick assets are current assets that can be converted into cash quickly, usually within 90 days. They include cash, marketable securities, and accounts receivable but exclude inventory. The quick ratio (acid-test ratio) uses these assets to assess short-term liquidity and a business’s ability to meet immediate obligations.

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